Description
Indulge in the fusion of tender apples, warm spices, and airy waffle texture, all encased in a light, sugary glaze.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 cup apples (peeled and finely diced)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup apple pie spice (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and sugar until fully blended.
- Beat the eggs, then add the buttermilk and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Heat and grease your waffle maker.
- Add batter, close, and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and glossy for the glaze.
- Dip warm donuts into the glaze and let them set on a cooling rack.
Notes
Serve on a tiered stand or platter with apple slices or mint for presentation. Store in an airtight container for 2 days at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Waffle
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg