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Homemade Apple Fritters with Maple Glaze

These sweet and tender apple fritters are packed with warm spices and finished with a delicious maple glaze.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 23, 2026
Homemade Apple Fritters with Maple Glaze
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
12

There is something so special about the smell of cinnamon and apples cooking in your own kitchen. These fritters have a perfect crisp exterior that gives way to a soft, cake like center, making them a family favorite for breakfast or a cozy afternoon treat.

I love how much better these taste than anything you could buy at a bakery. Because you are making them fresh at home, you get to control the amount of spice and sweetness, ensuring every bite is absolutely perfect.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk for the glaze

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toss the diced apples with the lemon juice and lemon zest in a large bowl and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract together.

  3. 3

    In a third bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

  4. 4

    Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, stirring until a loose dough forms, then gently fold in the apple mixture.

  5. 5

    Heat 3 to 4 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan to 375 degrees F.

  6. 6

    Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, cooking for about 4 minutes total until golden brown on both sides.

  7. 7

    Use a slotted spoon to move the fritters to a wire rack or paper towels to drain.

  8. 8

    Whisk the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk together until you have a smooth, drizzly glaze.

  9. 9

    Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters and let it set before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. If the glaze becomes too thin, simply add a bit more powdered sugar, and make sure your butter is fully cooled before mixing to keep the batter texture just right.

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