High-Protein Apple Fritter (Air Fryer or Oven)

Ingredients

• 20 grams All-purpose flour (Do not use self-rising flour unless omitting baking powder)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder (Omit if using self-rising flour)
• 12 grams Whey protein powder (vanilla or salted caramel flavor) (See notes for substitutions; do not use only casein)
• 3 grams Casein protein powder (vanilla or salted caramel flavor) (Optional; see notes for substitutions)
• 40 grams Granular erythritol (or other artificial sweetener) (Can reduce to 30g or 20g for less sweetness)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (Use up to 1 tsp for stronger flavor)
• 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg (Do not use more than specified)
• 1 pinch Salt
• 50 grams Apple (peeled, diced) (Small cubes; about half a medium apple)
• 30 grams Greek yogurt (nonfat or low fat)
• 15 grams Sugar-free syrup (Maple-flavored preferred)
• 1 gram Vanilla extract (Optional)
• as needed Oil spray (For parchment paper and top of fritter)
• 20 grams Powdered erythritol (or other powdered sweetener) (For glaze; can use up to 30g for thicker glaze)
• 6-8 grams Water or unsweetened almond milk (Add gradually for glaze)

Instructions

1. Prepare dry ingredients

   In a mixing bowl, combine 20g all-purpose flour, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 12g whey protein powder, 3g casein protein powder (or 15g total whey or blend), 40g granular erythritol, 0.5 tsp cinnamon, 0.125 tsp nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.

   Time: PT3M

2. Prepare apple

   Peel and dice apple into small cubes. Weigh out 50g of diced apple (about half a medium apple). Set aside.

   Time: PT3M

3. Add wet ingredients

   To the dry mixture, add 30g Greek yogurt, 15g sugar-free syrup, and 1g vanilla extract (optional). Mix gently until just combined and a dough forms. Do not overmix.

   Time: PT3M

4. Fold in apples

   Gently fold in the 50g diced apples until evenly distributed. Do not overmix.

   Time: PT1M

5. Prepare air fryer basket

   Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the air fryer basket. Spray parchment with oil spray.

   Time: PT1M

6. Shape and place dough

   Spoon dough onto center of parchment. Do not shape into a perfect circle; rustic shapes are traditional. Spray top of dough generously with oil spray.

   Time: PT1M

7. Air fry

   Place parchment with dough in air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Cool fritter

   Remove fritter and place on a paper towel to cool for at least 5 minutes. This prevents soggy bottom and helps crisp up.

   Time: PT5M

9. Make glaze

   In a small bowl, combine 20g powdered erythritol with 6-8g water or almond milk, adding liquid a little at a time until a thick glaze forms.

   Time: PT2M

10. Glaze fritter

    Spread glaze evenly over cooled fritter. Let sit 2-3 minutes for glaze to harden.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

175

Protein

16g

Carbohydrates

26g

Fat

2g

Fiber

4g