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Homemade apple fritter bread with apple pieces and glaze on top

Apple Fritter Bread

A delightful bread that combines soft textures with the fruity goodness of apples, filled with warm spices and a luscious glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

Fruit Filling

  • 2 medium apples, peeled and cut into small dice Tart and sweet varieties work best.
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar (packed) For rich sweetness.
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon Aromatic and warm.
  • 1 teaspoon butter (melted) For moisture and richness.

Bread Ingredients

  • ½ cup dark brown sugar (lightly packed) Adds a caramel-like flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Extra aromatic flavor.
  • ½ cup salted butter (softened) Adds creamy texture.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar For sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Bind everything together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (pure or artificial) Adds a delightful fragrance.
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Base of the bread.
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder For rise.
  • cup milk For moisture and tenderness.
  • cup sour cream Ensures a soft, rich crumb.
  • pinch salt Enhances all flavors.

Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar For the glaze.
  • 1 tablespoon milk To create a drizzle.
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract For extra aroma.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  • In a medium bowl, combine diced apples, 1 tablespoon of dark brown sugar, and 1.5 teaspoons of ground cinnamon. Drizzle melted butter over the apple mixture and mix gently.
  • In a small bowl, mix together ½ cup of brown sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon for the layering.
  • In a stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then pour in vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and sour cream until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk mixture.

Baking

  • Spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, layer with half of the apple mixture followed by half of the cinnamon sugar. Repeat with remaining batter and toppings.
  • Bake for about 50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  • While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and ¼ teaspoon of vanilla until smooth for the glaze.
  • Once out of the oven, let the bread cool slightly before drizzling the glaze on top.

Notes

Best served warm. Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Keyword Apple Fritter Bread, Apple Recipe, Baking, Bread Recipe, Comfort Food