Healthy Apple Oats Fritter (Printer-Friendly)
Enjoy wholesome apple and oats fritters with a touch of maple and cinnamon, perfect for any time snack.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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0.25 cup all-purpose flour
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0.5 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (for oat flour)
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0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
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Pinch of sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1/2 cup whole-milk cottage cheese
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ For Cooking
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Olive oil cooking spray
# Preparation Steps:
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Blend 0.5 cup old-fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor until a fine flour consistency is achieved.
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Whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and olive oil in a large bowl until smooth and well combined.
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Add the prepared oat flour, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt to the wet mixture and gently fold until just incorporated, avoiding over-mixing.
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Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the oats to hydrate and flavors to meld.
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Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and grease lightly with olive oil spray. Spoon heaping tablespoons of batter onto the skillet, flatten slightly, and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and set. Cook in batches without overcrowding.
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Transfer fritters to a cooling rack or plate lined with paper towels. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally drizzled with extra maple syrup or sprinkled with cinnamon.
# Additional Suggestions:
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Use a cookie scoop or measuring spoon for uniform fritters and consistent cooking.
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Chilling batter improves texture and prevents fritters from falling apart.
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Preheat skillet thoroughly to ensure a crispy golden crust.
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For baking, flatten dollops on parchment, bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.