Description
This Amish Apple Fritter Bread recipe creates a soft, sweet, and perfectly spiced loaf. It’s a delightful quick bread packed with tender apple pieces and a warm cinnamon flavor, finished with a simple sweet glaze. Perfect for fall baking or any time you crave a homemade treat.
Ingredients
- For the Bread:
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored & diced (mix of tart & sweet)
- 1/3 cup (67g) brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Make the cinnamon-apple mixture: In a bowl, toss diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
- Assemble the loaf: Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, top with half of the apple mixture, then repeat with remaining batter and apples. Lightly swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bread.
- Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Using a mix of tart and sweet apples provides a balanced flavor.
- Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best batter consistency.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the bread tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American