Baked Blueberry Fritter Bites
These delightful Baked Blueberry Fritter Bites are a healthier alternative to traditional fried fritters. Sweet, fluffy, and bursting with juicy blueberries, they make an excellent snack or breakfast treat.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup buttermilk (or milk with ½ teaspoon vinegar)
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, if necessary)
- as needed cooking spray or extra oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray or brush it with oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the blueberries carefully to avoid breaking them apart.
- Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter bite.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fritter bites are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store the Baked Blueberry Fritter Bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for about a week. These bites can be served warm or at room temperature. For a fun twist, feel free to add a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk, if desired. You can substitute the blueberries for other berries or add a hint of lemon zest for extra flavor.