1-Begin by preheating your oven to 400: Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking; ensure the mat is suitable for use under a broiler.
2-In a large mixing bowl, sift together: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Integrate the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or two forks, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3-In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together: In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
4-Add the liquid mixture to the dry: Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overworking the dough. Fold in the chopped apples gently.
5-Using a ¼ cup measure, drop the: Using a ¼ cup measure, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. For smaller fritters, a heaping tablespoon may be used instead.
6-Bake in the preheated oven for approximately: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 11-13 minutes, or until the bottoms of the fritters are golden brown and the centers are set. If preparing smaller fritters, begin checking for doneness at around 8 minutes.
7-After baking, remove the fritters from the: After baking, remove the fritters from the oven and increase the temperature to broil.
8-While the oven adjusts, whisk together the: While the oven adjusts, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
9-Brush a thin layer of the glaze: Brush a thin layer of the glaze over each fritter, then place them under the broiler for 2-4 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the glaze begins to bubble.
10-Remove the fritters from the oven and: Remove the fritters from the oven and place on a wire rack. Apply a second coating of glaze while the fritters are still warm.
11-Allow the glaze to set before serving: Allow the glaze to set before serving the fritters, ideally when they are still warm for best flavor and texture.
12-These fritters are optimally enjoyed on the: These fritters are optimally enjoyed on the day of baking but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours for short-term enjoyment.