Apple-Cinnamon Waffle Donuts with Vanilla Glaze
These delightful Apple-Cinnamon Waffle Donuts are a perfect treat, combining the warm flavors of apple and cinnamon with a sweet vanilla glaze. They are quick to prepare and make for a delicious breakfast or dessert.
Equipment
- Waffle Iron
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Medium bowl
- Spoon
- Spatula
- Small bowl
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk any kind works well
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large apple like Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and finely diced
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Donut Preparation
- Preheat and lightly grease your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the finely diced apples.
- Pour about ½ cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Glaze and Serve
- While the donuts cook, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl for the glaze.
- Once cooked, remove waffle donuts, then dip one side into the glaze or drizzle it over them.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the batter to ensure light and fluffy donuts. You can adjust the amount of milk in the glaze to achieve your desired consistency.