Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts
A delightful mashup of apple fritters, waffles, and donuts in one irresistible treat. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with spiced apples, these donuts are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Waffle Iron
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp 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 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups tart apple peeled and diced
- ¼ cup pecans or walnuts optional, chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 2-3 tbsp milk for glaze
- ½ tsp vanilla extract for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat and grease your waffle iron.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, sugars, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in diced apples and optional nuts.
- Spoon batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown.
- Cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over donuts and serve warm.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for 2–3 days. Freeze without glaze for longer storage.