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Gluten-Free Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Gluten-free air fryer apple fritters with tender cinnamon apple bites and a crisp, golden exterior. Finished with a simple powdered sugar glaze drizzled over warm fritters.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
resting 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 10 fritters
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gluten-free fritter batter
  • 1.5 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 0.5 cup oat milk or almond milk
  • 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cup apples, peeled and finely diced
  • 1 cooking spray
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp oat milk
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla

Equipment

  • 1 air fryer

Method
 

Make the apple fritter batter
  1. Whisk gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined and no dry pockets remain.
  2. Whisk eggs, oat milk or almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract, then fold into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  3. Fold in apples, then let the batter rest for 5 minutes so it thickens slightly and holds the fruit.
Air fry
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 370°F.
  2. Line the air fryer basket with parchment and spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Drop 3-tablespoon portions of batter into the basket, flatten slightly, and spray the tops with cooking spray.
  4. Air fry for 10–12 minutes total, flipping at 6 minutes, until fritters are golden on both sides and cooked through.
Glaze and serve
  1. Whisk powdered sugar, oat milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over warm fritters right before serving.

Notes

For the best texture, keep fritters in a single layer and avoid overcrowding—work in batches if needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in the air fryer at 325°F for 2–3 minutes to re-crisp. Freezing is not recommended because the apple and gluten-free crumb can soften after thawing. For a dairy-free option, use oat milk in both the batter and glaze and ensure your coconut oil is dairy-free.