These waffle donuts combine the cozy flavors of spiced apples and vanilla glaze in a fun, handheld treat. No frying, no fuss — just warm, golden bites of apple fritter goodness made in a waffle maker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 apples, peeled and diced
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1 tbsp butter (for sautéing apples)
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2 tbsp brown sugar (for apples)
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp cinnamon
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Pinch of nutmeg
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2 eggs
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⅓ cup white sugar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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¾ cup milk
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¼ cup melted butter
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1½ tsp vanilla extract
Glaze:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tbsp milk
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Cook diced apples in butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until tender. Let cool.
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In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In another bowl, whisk eggs, both sugars, milk, butter, and vanilla.
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Stir wet into dry, then fold in cooked apples.
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Heat and grease waffle iron. Cook batter for 3–5 minutes or until golden.
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Cool slightly on a rack.
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Mix glaze ingredients until smooth. Dip or drizzle onto donuts.
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Let glaze set before serving.