Healthy Sugar-Free Apple Fritters (Gluten-Free & Naturally Sweetened)

Ingredients

• 70 g apple (diced finely approx 1/4 inch thick, about 2 small apples)
• 1 egg (large)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 0.125 tsp baking powder
• 25 g porridge oats (approx 1/4 cup)
• 25 g fine rice flour (approx 1/4 cup)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 190°C/180°C fan.

2. 2

   In a bowl, crack the egg and add in the melted coconut oil. Whisk until combined.

3. 3

   Dice the apples very finely (approx quarter of an inch thick) and add to the bowl.

4. 4

   Mix in the cinnamon and add oats, rice flour and baking powder, mixing until combined.

5. 5

   Line a baking tray. Scoop a heaped tablespoon of the batter for each fritter.

6. 6

   Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

7. 7

   Optionally, drizzle with sugar-free icing or dust with extra cinnamon.

Notes

For the best texture, dice apples very finely (1/4 inch) to ensure they soften and release natural sugars. You can leave the skin on one apple for extra fiber and bite. If you prefer a sweeter fritter, add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, honey, or coconut sugar to the batter. Store in an airtight container for 24 hours at room temperature or 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

Nutrition per serving

• snack
• dessert
• breakfast
• gluten-free
• sugar-free
• dairy-free
• baked
• healthy