Air Fryer Apple Fritters With Sweet Glaze (Gluten-Free)
Who says gluten-free treats can’t be indulgent? These air fryer apple fritters are here to prove you wrong.
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and drizzled with a sweet glaze that’ll have you licking your fingers—this recipe is everything you didn’t know you needed. Bonus? Healthy and no messy deep frying. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
Apples
- 3 large granny smith apples, peeled, cleaned, diced
Dry ingredients
- 1 ½ cup almond flour
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1-2 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp cold butter
Wet ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla paste (2 tsp vanilla extract)
Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (more if needed)
Directions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees
- In a bowl, mix together dry ingredients
- In a separate bowl, gently beat eggs. Then, stir in vanilla paste
- Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix. If batter is too thick, thin with more milk.
- Fold in apples
- Add parchment paper to air fryer
- Use a spoon or scooper to spoon out large heaping apple fritters into the air fryer basket
- Spray tops with coconut oil spray
- Cook for 4 minutes, then gently turn over and spray tops again
- Allow to cool on wire rack and then glaze (place parchment paper under wire rack)
Make Glaze
- Add 2 tbsp milk to powdered sugar.
- Stir until smooth
- Add milk to thin glaze as needed for preference
- Granish with pecans or peanuts
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about making these air fryer gluten-free apple fritters? Here are the answers to the most common ones to help you perfect this delicious treat!
1. Can I make this recipe without an air fryer?
Yes! You can bake the fritters in the oven or pan-fry them, but the texture might differ slightly.
2. What type of gluten-free flour works best?
A gluten-free all-purpose flour blend that includes xanthan gum or a similar binding agent works best for this recipe.
3. Can I substitute the apples with another fruit?
Yes, pears or diced peaches are great alternatives, but the cooking time may vary slightly.
4. How do I store leftover apple fritters?
Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.
5. Can I make the glaze sugar-free?
Absolutely! You can use a sugar-free powdered sweetener as a substitute for the glaze.
6. What’s the best type of apple to use?
Firm and slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best for this recipe.
7. Can I make these dairy-free as well?
Yes! Substitute dairy-free milk and butter for the glaze and batter.
8. How long does it take to cook in the air fryer?
The fritters typically take about 8–10 minutes at 375°F, depending on your air fryer model.
9. Why is my batter too sticky?
Gluten-free flours can vary. If your batter is too sticky, add a bit more flour, a tablespoon at a time, until it’s manageable.
10. Can I freeze the fritters?
Yes, freeze them after cooking and cooling. Reheat directly from frozen in the air fryer for a quick treat. Note: I prefer to eat within a day or making them.
11. What should I do if my glaze is too thick or thin?
If too thick, add a few drops of milk to thin it out. If too thin, add more powdered sugar until you reach the desired consistency.
Air Fryer Apple Fritters With Glaze
Ingredients
Apples
- 3 large granny smith apples, peeled, cleaned, diced
Dry ingredients
- 1 ½ cup almond flour
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1-2 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla paste
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp cold butter
Wet ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla paste (or 2 tsp vanilla extract)
Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (more if needed)
Instructions
Apple Fritters
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees
- In a bowl, mix together dry ingredients
- In a separate bowl, gently beat eggs. Then, stir in vanilla paste
- Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix. If batter is too thick, thin with more milk.
- Fold in apples
- Add parchment paper to air fryer
- Use a spoon or scooper to spoon out large heaping apple fritters into the air fryer basket
- Spray tops with coconut oil spray
- Cook for 4 minutes, then gently turn over and spray tops again
- Allow to cool on wire rack and then glaze (place parchment paper under wire rack)
Glaze
- Add 2 tbsp milk to powdered sugar.
- Stir until smooth
- Add milk to thin glaze as needed for preference
- Granish with pecans or peanuts
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