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Almond Flour Apple Fritters

Crispy Almond Flour Apple Fritters You’ll Love Guilt-Free

Delight in these Gluten-Free Almond Flour Apple Fritters, a guilt-free treat bursting with sweet apple and cinnamon flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 1 large Egg or a flax egg for vegan option
  • 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup or honey/agave for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Applesauce or mashed banana for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (melted) or coconut oil/dairy-free butter
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar or lemon juice for acidity
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or vanilla bean/powder
  • 1 cup Almond Flour or caution with coconut flour substitute
  • 1/2 cup Oat Flour or blended rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup Tapioca Flour or arrowroot flour interchangeably
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure gluten-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda none suggested
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon can add nutmeg for spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg optional for flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt none suggested
  • 2-3 apples Chopped Apples prefer tart varieties like Granny Smith
For the Glaze
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese or dairy-free cream cheese for vegan
  • 4 tablespoons More Maple Syrup other sweeteners can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Butter replace with coconut oil/dairy-free butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract as mentioned above

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • spoon
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Almond Flour Apple Fritters
  1. Chop 2-3 apples into small pieces. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add apples, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender. Remove and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk 1 egg with 3 tablespoons of maple syrup, 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift together 1 cup of almond flour, 1/2 cup of oat flour, 1/4 cup of tapioca flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet mixture.
  4. Fold in the sautéed apples gently. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and line the basket with parchment paper. Portion the batter into the basket, leaving space. Optionally baste with melted coconut oil and air-fry for about 8 minutes until golden brown.
  6. For baking, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, baste with coconut oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  7. Combine 4 ounces of cream cheese, 4 tablespoons of maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla in a bowl. Mix until smooth and drizzle over warm fritters. Let glaze set for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These almond flour apple fritters are gluten-free and packed with flavor. Great for brunch or as a snack!

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