Description
This Apple Fritter Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf that combines the warm spices and tender apples typical of a classic apple fritter into an easy-to-make quick bread. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, it features cinnamon-swirl layers and a sweet vanilla glaze drizzled on top.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices throughout the flour.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the batter.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well to combine and enhance the bread’s flavor profile.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients to maintain batter consistency.
- Fold in Apples and Cinnamon Sugar: Gently fold in the chopped apples and cinnamon sugar to evenly distribute the fruit and spice, which adds bursts of flavor and texture.
- Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, then layer with additional apples and cinnamon sugar. Add the remaining batter on top and swirl gently with a knife to create a beautiful marble effect.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
- Prepare Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread, then slice and serve for a sweet finish to this delightful quick bread.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to prevent them from becoming too mushy during baking.
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- For a richer flavor, add a teaspoon of nutmeg or cloves to the dry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
