Apple Fritter Bread
Apple Fritter Bread is soft, sweet, and loaded with cinnamon-sugar apples, finished with vanilla glaze for a delicious treat.
Servings: 12 servings
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- mixing bowl (medium and large)
- hand mixer or stand mixer
- rubber spatula
- knife (for serving)
Ingredients
For the bread
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 cups peeled cored, and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
For the filling
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in apples.
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for the filling.
- Spread half the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle with half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture, then top with remaining batter and the rest of the cinnamon-sugar.
- Swirl a knife through the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 50-60 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.
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled bread, slice, and serve.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
♨️ REHEATING
- Microwave: Heat slices for 15-20 seconds.
- Oven: Wrap in foil and warm at 300°F for 10 minutes.
- Air fryer: Heat at 300°F for 3-4 minutes.
❄️ FREEZING
- Wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
- Use tart apples for the best flavor.
- Cool fully before glazing.
- Swirl the cinnamon-sugar gently for a pretty marbled effect.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS
- Mini loaves: Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Muffins: Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.
♻️ LEFTOVERS
- Leftover slices make great French toast.
- Toast slices and top with butter or cream cheese for a quick snack.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 259mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 345IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg
