Classic Apple Fritter Skillet with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

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A warm, spiced apple fritter made in a cast-iron skillet, drizzled with a homemade cinnamon sugar glaze for a comforting dessert. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup whole milk
1 large egg
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 cup peeled and diced apple
for frying vegetable oil
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for glaze)

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 1 large egg with 1/2 cup whole milk and 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter until combined.
Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, then fold in 1 cup peeled and diced apple.
Step 4: Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F on a thermometer.
Step 5: Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying 3-4 fritters at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Step 6: In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon until smooth to make the glaze.
Step 7: Drizzle the warm fritters with the cinnamon sugar glaze and serve immediately.