These tasty apple fritter waffles are loaded with fresh apple flavor then dipped in a sweet glaze making them part waffle, part fritter and totally delicious.
Long before I had kids, we had a Sunday morning tradition that involved making homemade waffles at the family lake house. From there I became a bit of a waffle fanatic, experimenting with different flavors and toppings.
These glazed apple fritter waffles were born from that same love. Oh, and from the love of a good apple fritter!
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Made with Autumn Glory apples, these apple fritter waffles are packed full of fresh apple flavor. The Autumn Glory variety is naturally flavorful and sweet with hints of cinnamon and caramel.
Our little Em, a bit of an apple connoisseur enthusiastically declared the other day that, “These apples have the best juice inside!” She’s not wrong.
Dipped in a simple sweet glaze, these waffles have a whole lot of awesome going on. At the same time the balance of flavors is easy and nostalgic, playing on some of my personal favorite comfort foods.
They’re perfect for Sunday brunch, of course, or even as dessert. A scoop of vanilla ice cream on top? Genius!
Making these apple fritter waffles is as simple as mixing up the batter and firing up your waffle iron. I opted to make mini waffles, but a larger waffle iron would also work!
To Make Apple Fritter Waffles, You Will Need:
Here are all the ingredients and kitchen tools you will need to make the world’s greatest apple fritter waffle recipe.
See my notes below for substitutions and scroll to the bottom of the post for the complete recipe with measurements!
Apple Fritter Ingredients:
- Autumn Glory apples – Autumn Glory apples have a very sweet flesh with cinnamon undertones that is perfect for this recipe. Plus they’re GMO free, which I really appreciate.
- Flour – Basic all purpose flour provides the base of this waffle batter. I have not tested it but imagine almond flour would also work very well.
- Sugar – Basic white granulated sugar adds a touch of extra sweetness to the waffle batter.
- Baking powder – Baking powder is the leavening agent in this recipe, resulting in a more tender waffle.
- Cornstarch – Cornstarch helps to create a crispier waffle, which is the texture I prefer!
- Cinnamon – I like to grate fresh cinnamon or a use a nice high quality ground cinnamon. But all cinnamon is delicious. Use it up.
- Nutmeg – Same as above, I like to grate fresh nutmeg since it has a lot more flavor, but ground nutmeg always works.
- Eggs – If you are vegan or have other dietary restrictions regarding eggs, most egg substitutes should work well in this waffle recipe.
- Milk – Virtually any kind of milk will work. I almost always default to using almond milk, but any dairy or nut milk will do.
- Vegetable oil – Basic, inexpensive vegetable oil adds a little fat to the batter.
- Vanilla extract – The addition of vanilla helps to balance the sweetness and cinnamon flavors of the Autumn Glory apples.
- Powdered sugar – The glaze for these waffles is made from two ingredients! Powdered sugar and the milk of your choice.
- Non-stick cooking spray – Use liberally between each waffle to avoid sticking and burning.
Tools + Equipment:
- Food processor, mandolin or box grater
- Large mixing bowl for the waffle batter
- Small mixing bowl for the glaze
- Wooden spoon or similar
- Whisk for making the glaze
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Waffle iron
How to Make Apple Fritter Waffles:
Step 1. The first step to making these waffles is to grate your Autumn Glory apples. There is no need to peel them.
I used a food processor and pulsed until the apples were shredded. Alternately you could do this by hand using a mandolin or a box grater.
Step 2. Place all of the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl and use a wooden spoon, or similar, to combine.
Step 3. Add the milk, eggs and vanilla extract and mix until the dry ingredients are incorporated, being carefully not to overwork the batter.
If you mix too vigorously or for too long, it will result in a chewier waffle, and we’re looking for a lighter, crispier texture.
Step 4. Add the shredded Autumn Glory apples and gently fold them into the batter.
It will end up being a fairly chunky batter, which is exactly what we want since those amazing apples are what give these waffles all their incredible flavor.
Step 5. Spray a pre-heated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray, spoon a dollop of batter inside and close, cooking until crispy.
I used a mini waffle iron for my apple fritter waffles and baked each one for 7 minutes so they were nice and golden and had that easy crisp along the edges.
If you have a large waffle iron, you may want to consider using less batter to make one smaller waffle.
This will allow the Autumn Glory apples to cook on the inside of the batter until they’re juicy and super sweet.
You may need to adjust your cooking times based on your individual waffle iron.
Step 6. While your waffles are cooking, mix up the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and milk.
As each waffle comes out of the waffle iron, carefully dip it into the glaze and then transfer to a wire rack over a baking sheet so the extra glaze can run off the waffle.
How to Serve Apple Fritter Waffles:
These glazed apple fritter waffles are sweet enough to serve as they are alongside your other favorite brunch recipes.
They pair perfectly with our family’s favorited Million Dollar Bacon! Alternately, a drizzle of maple syrup is also a perfectly delicious option.
For a fun, seasonal dessert, serve one or two waffles in a short stack topped with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream for a memorable and decadent dessert that your family will go crazy over.
Connect with Autumn Glory Apples
If you’re looking to make these apple fritter waffles, be sure to seek out Autumn Glory apples!
They are grown by Superfresh Growers in Washington State and look as pretty in a fruit bowl on the kitchen counter as they are delicious in a waffle.
Like I said. Em is a bit obsessed with them and I totally understand why!
Follow Autumn Glory apples on Instagram and Facebook for more great recipe ideas and to find Autumn Glory apples near you.
These tasty apple fritter waffles are loaded with fresh apple flavor then dipped in a sweet glaze making them part waffle, part fritter and totally delicious. If you have a large waffle iron, you may want to consider using less batter to make one smaller waffle. This will allow the Autumn Glory apples to cook on the inside of the batter until they’re juicy and super sweet. You may need to adjust your cooking times based on your individual waffle iron.
Glazed Apple Fritter Waffles
Ingredients
Waffle Batter
Apple Fritter Glaze
Instructions
Notes
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Debi Florence
Tuesday 23rd of November 2021
Since I live in Pollock Pines, California right around the corner from Apple Hill, I’m always looking for new recipes to use with the extensive variety of apples there are up here. I’ve never heard of the apples you used but that doesn’t mean they aren’t up here cause there are so many! I cannot wait to make these apple fritter waffles for hubby and i to try for brunch tomorrow. Thank you very much for all your recipes!!!
Cyd Converse
Tuesday 30th of November 2021
Thank you so very much, Debi!
eva
Thursday 11th of June 2020
Delicious!! will have to try it out
Cyd Converse
Thursday 11th of June 2020
Thanks, Eva! I hope you enjoy it!
Suzy
Wednesday 10th of June 2020
Just phenomenal! Love how crispy and flavorful they are!
Cyd Converse
Wednesday 10th of June 2020
I totally agree, Suzy! The crisp and the glaze are the best part!
Kara
Wednesday 10th of June 2020
We love trying out new recipes for waffles, and these look absolutely amazing! I love that they are loaded with apples. YUM!
Cyd Converse
Wednesday 10th of June 2020
Yes, Kara! The apples are SO good!
Aimee Shugarman
Wednesday 10th of June 2020
LOVE these fritters. We served them warm with a scoop of ice cream!
Cyd Converse
Wednesday 10th of June 2020
Thank you, Aimee! I KNEW they'd be amazing with ice cream!