Description
This Apple Fritter Bread is a moist, tender apple bread layered with cinnamon-sugar and chopped apples, finished with a sweet powdered sugar glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert, this recipe combines warm spices and fresh apples baked into a delightful loaf.
Ingredients
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For the Bread
- Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 apples (any kind), peeled and chopped
- 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup plus 1 to 3 tablespoons milk or almond milk, divided
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Milk as needed to achieve drizzling consistency (approximately 1 to 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the bread doesn’t stick.
- Mix Cinnamon-Sugar and Prepare Apples: In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon and set aside. Toss the peeled and chopped apples in 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar to coat evenly, then set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and the remaining granulated sugar (2/3 cup) until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to distribute the leavening evenly.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Layer Batter, Cinnamon-Sugar, and Apples: Spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter, then layer half of the sugared chopped apples on top. Repeat with the remaining batter, cinnamon-sugar, and apples to create layers.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it to a wire rack to cool completely. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with enough milk to create a smooth, drizzling glaze and pour it evenly over the cooled bread.
- Serve: Slice the Apple Fritter Bread and serve as a delicious breakfast treat, snack, or dessert.
Notes
- Use apples that hold their shape well when baked, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji, for best texture.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice or a dairy-free alternative for a vegan option (replace butter and eggs accordingly).
- For a more intense cinnamon flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon on top before baking.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Reheat slices briefly in the microwave or oven for a warm serving experience.
