Gluten-Free Air Fryer Apple Fritters Recipe
These Gluten-Free Air Fryer Apple Fritters are the perfect combination of crispy outside and soft, apple-cinnamon-filled inside. Whether you’re looking for a healthier treat or a fall-inspired dessert, these fritters are a delightful choice. They’re quick, easy, and packed with delicious flavor!
Servings: 9
Calories: 258kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups gluten-free flour Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 or King Arthur Measure for Measure
- ¼ cup cane sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup unsalted melted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup apples peeled and chopped
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cane sugar, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly. Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and eggs, whisking until smooth.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. Fold in the chopped apples.
- Form the Fritters: Use a cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of batter onto parchment paper. Ensure the fritters are spaced out for even cooking.
- Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 5 minutes. Place the fritters in the air fryer basket, spray with oil, and cook for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
- Make the Glaze: While the fritters cook, mix together the powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to form a smooth glaze.
- Glaze the Fritters: Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters and allow it to set before serving.
Notes
- If you prefer oil frying, heat oil to 350°F and cook the fritters until golden brown on both sides.
- For dairy-free fritters, substitute the butter with plant-based butter.
- Feel free to experiment with other fruits like peaches or pears.
- Calories: 258 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 68mg
- Sodium: 186mg
- Potassium: 122mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 20g
- Vitamin A: 428 IU
- Vitamin C: 1mg
- Calcium: 66mg
- Iron: 1mg