Mini Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts
Crispy on the outside and tender with cinnamon-spiced apples inside, these mini waffle donuts make a delightful breakfast or snack that's quick and flavorful.
Equipment
- 1 mini waffle maker regular waffle iron can also be used
- 1 large bowl
- 1 small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
- ½ cup finely diced peeled apples
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 to 3 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: extra cinnamon or sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract if using.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just blended, then fold in the diced apples.
- Preheat the mini waffle maker or waffle iron and lightly grease it with oil or nonstick spray.
- Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of batter per mini donut onto the waffle iron, close, and cook for 2 to 4 minutes until golden.
- Repeat with remaining batter until all mini donuts are cooked.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth to make the glaze. Adjust thickness with more milk or sugar.
- Dip warm mini waffle donuts into the glaze or drizzle it over the top. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for balanced sweetness.
- Keep the batter slightly lumpy to ensure tender texture.
- Try toppings like chopped nuts or caramel drizzle for variation.
- Serve with coffee, cider, or ice cream for a special treat.