Description
Apple Fritter Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf that combines tender apples, warm cinnamon, and a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl, topped with a simple vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting snack, this bread boasts a delightful marble effect and a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Add-ins
- 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.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then, add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently to just combine without overmixing.
- Add Apples and Cinnamon Sugar: Fold the chopped apples and cinnamon sugar into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the greased loaf pan. Sprinkle more apples and cinnamon sugar on top, then add the remaining batter. Swirl gently with a knife to create a marble effect.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread, slice, and enjoy your delicious Apple Fritter Bread.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off.
- You can substitute cinnamon sugar with a mix of ground cinnamon and granulated sugar if not available.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and fluffy.
