Description
These Glazed Apple Fritter Waffles combine the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg with the natural sweetness and moisture of shredded Autumn Glory apples. Crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, each waffle is perfectly coated with a sweet powdered sugar glaze for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Waffle Batter
- 3 cups shredded Autumn Glory apples (about 5 apples)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Set your waffle iron to medium-high heat or the recommended setting for crispy waffles. Ensure it is fully heated before cooking.
- Prepare Apples: Grate the Autumn Glory apples using a food processor, mandolin, or box grater. There is no need to peel the apples as the skins add texture and nutrients.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a wooden spoon until evenly mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to avoid tough waffles.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold the shredded apples into the batter. The batter will be chunky but this is expected for texture and moisture.
- Cook Waffles: Spray the preheated waffle iron generously with non-stick cooking spray. Spoon a dollop of batter onto the iron, close the lid, and cook for about 7 minutes or until waffles are golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary depending on your waffle iron.
- Make Glaze: While the waffles are cooking, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk in a bowl until smooth to form the glaze.
- Glaze Waffles: Carefully dip each cooked waffle into the glaze, allowing excess glaze to drip off, then transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to let the glaze set and excess drip off.
Notes
- Do not peel the apples; the skins add texture and flavor.
- Make sure the waffle iron is well-heated for crispness.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep waffles tender.
- Use Autumn Glory apples for the best flavor, but other sweet-tart apples can substitute.
- Measure the glaze milk carefully to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve waffles warm for the best taste and texture.