Description
This Apple Fritter Bread is a moist, flavorful quickbread bursting with cinnamon-spiced diced apples both inside and on top. Inspired by the classic apple fritter donut, this loaf combines tender cinnamon bread with sweet apple chunks and a cinnamon-sugar topping, finished with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Mixture
- 2 apples (peeled and cut into small dice)
- 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar (packed)
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon butter (melted)
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- ½ cup dark brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Batter
- ½ cup salted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs (large)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (pure or artificial)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ⅓ cup milk
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a loaf pan generously with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
- Prepare the Apple Mixture: In a bowl, combine the peeled and diced apples with 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Drizzle the melted butter (1 teaspoon) over the mixture and toss everything together until the apples are well coated with sugar and cinnamon.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, stir together the ½ cup dark brown sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. This will be used to layer and top the bread for a sweet and spicy crunch.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or an electric hand mixer, cream the softened ½ cup butter and ½ cup granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one by one to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate air and ensure a smooth batter. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Then, mix in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
- Mix Milk and Sour Cream: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the ⅓ cup milk and ⅓ cup sour cream until smooth and set aside.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet creamed mixture, mixing on low speed. While mixing, slowly drizzle in the milk and sour cream mixture. Mix just until ingredients are combined and no streaks of flour remain, being careful not to overmix.
- Assemble the Bread: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Evenly distribute half of the apple mixture over the batter, then sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top. Repeat with the remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon sugar to create layers in the loaf for maximum flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Prepare Glaze: While the bread is baking, mix together the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract in a small bowl until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Cool and Glaze: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack until fully cooled. Carefully turn the loaf out onto the rack, then drizzle the vanilla glaze evenly over the top, allowing it to settle and add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- This bread is moist and packed with cinnamon apple flavor, providing the taste of a classic apple fritter donut in a convenient loaf form.
- Ensure apples are well coated with cinnamon sugar mixture for best texture and flavor in each bite.
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the bread tender.
- Cooling completely before glazing prevents the glaze from melting and running off the bread.
- Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 397 kcal
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 257 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 61 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
