Apple Fritters (Fritters For Babies)
on May 23, 2023, Updated Mar 28, 2024
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These apple fritters are the perfect soft-textured fritters for babies. They are naturally sweetened with apples and are made with only five simple ingredients, perfect for a quick morning breakfast or snack!
I promise it doesn’t get easier than these apple fritters. These fritters contain no added sugar but are still perfectly sweet from the grated apples. Everything comes together in one bowl and in minutes you’ll have them ready to serve!
If you love these apple fritters and you’ve got extra apples sitting on your counter you’ll also love these healthy apple oatmeal bars, cinnamon apple waffles, and this simple stovetop apple crisp! In the mood for a more savory fritter? Try out these cheesy carrot fritters, green bean fritters, or zucchini fritters as a fun way to get some veggies into your little one’s diet!
Table of Contents
What You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to make these apple fritters:
- Apple: The star ingredient for these fritters. I highly suggest using a Honeycrisp apple for these fritters since they are crisp and naturally sweet, but you can use any sweet apple you have on hand. Fuji apples are my second favorite option next to Honeycrisp!
- Flour: I used all-purpose flour in this recipe, but you may replace it with a different type of flour.
- Egg: Used as a binder to help hold the fritters together.
- Baking Powder: Used to allow the fritters to rise.
- Cinnamon: Provides an extra warm spice and subtle sweetness.
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Ingredient Substitutions & Additions
- Egg: For an egg-free version, omit the egg and add in 2 extra tablespoons of flour, 2 tbsp milk, and 1 tbsp oil.
- All-purpose flour: You may replace the all-purpose flour with oat flour or whole wheat flour.
Step By Step Instructions
STEP 1: Preheat a frying pan over medium heat.
STEP 2: Grate the apple using the largest hole of a grater. You will want to have about 1/2 cup of grated apples.
STEP 3: Add the grated apples to a bowl along with the egg, flour, cinnamon, and baking powder. Mix until combined (Images 1 & 2).
STEP 4: Add 1 tablespoon of butter/oil to the preheated pan. Add one tablespoon of the apple mixture to the pan and press down lightly to form a mini fritter shape (Image 3).
STEP 5: Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden on both sides (Image 4).
Storage Instructions
Let the fritters completely cool and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. To freeze, store in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag for up to 3 months. You may reheat on low heat in a pan or simply microwave for 20-30 seconds, or until warmed through!
Tips For Success
- For an egg-free version, omit the egg and add in 2 extra tablespoons of flour, 2 tbsp milk, and 1 tbsp oil.
- Honeycrisp apples are naturally crisp and sweet and perfect for this recipe. Fuji apples are a close second, but any sweet apple variety will work.
- This recipe makes 8-9 mini fritters. Double up the ingredients if you plan to store some for a later time.
Recipe FAQs
I prefer to use the varieties Honeycrisp or Fuji for these fritters because they are naturally crisp and sweet to provide the best natural sweetness.
Yes, you can leave the skin on the apples if you’d like, they will soften while cooking.
These fritters are soft-textured and perfect for young babies to take bites from.
Other Fritter Recipes You’ll Love
Sweet Potato Fritters
Green Bean Fritters
Carrot Fritters
Chicken Fritters (With Leftover Chicken)
Apple Fritters For Babies
Ingredients
- 1 medium apple (about 1/2 cup grated), Honeycrisp or Fuji varieties
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- oil/butter, to grease pan
Instructions
- Preheat a frying pan over medium heat.
- Grate the apple using the largest hole of a grater. You will want to have about 1/2 cup of grated apples.
- Add the grated apples to a bowl along with the egg, flour, cinnamon, and baking powder. Mix until combined.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter/oil to the preheated pan. Add one tablespoon of the apple mixture to the pan and press down lightly to form a mini fritter shape.
- Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden on both sides.
Notes
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- For an egg-free version, omit the egg and add in 2 extra tablespoons of flour, 2 tbsp milk, and 1 tbsp oil.
- Honeycrisp apples are naturally crisp and sweet and perfect for this recipe. Fuji apples are a close second, but any sweet apple variety will work.
- This recipe makes 8-9 mini fritters. Double up the ingredients if you plan to store some for a later time.
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Awesome recipe! My baby instantly loved them.
These are delicious! Just finished making a batch, baby boy (12 months) just devoured a whole fritter real quick. <3
I’m so glad to hear that your little one enjoyed these fritters, Kimberly!😊
These were a huge hit! Super easy to make and something a little different for breakfast. Will definitely be making these again!
I’m so glad that you enjoyed them!😊
These were so easy and tasty! My 10mo loved them.
These cooked together so easy! Love the recipe!
Oh my these turned out so yum! Used the exact measurements with whole wheat flour. Babe loved them, thanks a lot❤️
I’m so glad to hear that your little one enjoyed them!😊