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Apple Fritter Muffins

Three golden brown Apple Fritter Muffins drizzled with thick white glaze, sitting on a white plate near a window.
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Bake moist, spiced muffins that capture the flavor and texture of classic apple fritters, complete with a sweet glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped apples.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the muffins cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of milk or water to create a thin glaze.
  9. Remove the muffins from the tin and drizzle the glaze over the tops while they are still warm. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

  • For a stronger fritter flavor, toss the chopped apples with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar before folding them into the batter.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the liquid added to the powdered sugar.
  • You can use a mix of apples, such as Honeycrisp and Granny Smith, for varied texture and flavor.

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