Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts (Print-Friendly Version)
This October-inspired mashup blends tart apples, cinnamon, and a sweet glaze with soft waffle donuts. Featuring buttermilk and vanilla, it’s a classic fall treat you'll want this later.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Batter
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 large eggs
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups tart apple, peeled and diced (such as Granny Smith)
→ Glaze and Finish
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 to 3 tablespoons milk
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Extra powdered sugar, for dusting
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Nonstick spray or butter, for greasing waffle iron
# How to Make It:
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Peel, core, and dice tart apples into small cubes. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until thoroughly combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, packed light brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well blended and smooth.
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Fold diced apples into the wet ingredient mixture to evenly distribute apples throughout batter.
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Add the wet apple mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and gently stir until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
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Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease with nonstick spray or melted butter.
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Pour an appropriate amount of batter into the preheated waffle iron. Cook according to manufacturer’s instructions until golden brown and cooked through.
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While waffles cook, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 to 3 tablespoons milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
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Transfer warm waffles to a cooling rack. Drizzle glaze over slightly cooled waffles and dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For extra texture, use a mix of sweet and tart apples. Ensure waffles are slightly cooled before glazing to prevent glaze from melting.