Prepare Apple Filling: Dice medium apples into small pieces, toss with flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.

Make Dough: Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Create a well in the center.

Incorporate Butter: Cut the cold butter into small cubes, add to the dry mixture, and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into dry mixture and stir gently.

Fold in Apples: Gently fold the apple mixture into the dough, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.

Shape Fritters: Shape the dough into rounds or flatten and cut out pieces as desired.

Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 350°F, spray basket, and arrange fritters in a single layer. Cook for 8-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Cool: Remove fritters from air fryer and place on a wire rack to cool slightly.

Make Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and a dash of vanilla extract until smooth.

Glaze Fritters: Dip fritters in glaze or drizzle over tops, allowing to set before serving.

Serve: Serve warm garnished with nuts or sprinkles, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.