Sheet Pan Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze
Golden fried apple fritters baked on a sheet pan and drizzled with a warm cinnamon sugar glaze for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 30 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 180 calories and feeds 12, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 medium (about 1 cup) apple, peeled and diced
- for greasing pan vegetable oil
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for glaze)
- 3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and lightly grease a 12x17 inch sheet pan with vegetable oil.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt until combined.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat 3/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, and 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture and gently fold in 1 cup diced peeled apple until just combined.
- Step 5: Drop spoonfuls of batter evenly spaced on the prepared sheet pan, forming about 12 fritters.
- Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the fritters are golden on the edges and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Step 7: While fritters bake, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 3 tbsp milk, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until smooth for the glaze.
- Step 8: Remove fritters from the oven and drizzle immediately with the cinnamon sugar glaze. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
