Name: Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; 2 large eggs; ⅓ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed; ¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar); ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1½ cups peeled, diced tart apple (such as Granny Smith); Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2–3 tablespoons milk; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; Extra powdered sugar for dusting

Description

A delightful mashup of apple fritters and waffles, these Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts combine crispy texture with fluffy goodness, making them perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
2 large eggs
⅓ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1½ cups peeled, diced tart apple (such as Granny Smith)
Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Extra powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples and nuts if using.
Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease it with nonstick spray or butter.
Spoon ¼ cup of the batter onto the waffle iron for each donut. Close the lid and cook until golden and crisp, about 3–5 minutes.
Transfer the cooked waffle donuts to a wire rack.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the slightly cooled waffles and dust with extra powdered sugar.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of ginger or cloves. Don’t overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay. If you prefer a crunchier texture, add chopped nuts.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Waffle Making
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: apple fritters, waffles, donuts, breakfast, brunch, dessert