AMISH APPLE FRITTER BREAD
This Amish apple fritter bread is packed with chunks of fresh apples, a cinnamon-sugar swirl, and a sweet glaze. It’s moist, delicious, and perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a cosy autumn treat.
Ingredients
For the Bread:
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1¾ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large apple peeled and chopped
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Prepare Cinnamon Mixture:
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
Make the Batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together granulated sugar and butter until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour and baking powder, then add milk until batter is smooth.
Layer the Bread:
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Top with half the chopped apples and half the cinnamon mixture. Repeat layers and gently swirl with a knife.
Bake:
- Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Glaze:
- Mix powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze. Drizzle over cooled bread before serving.
Notes
Make Ahead:
Bake the bread ahead and store it, tightly wrapped, at room temperature for up to 2 days. Customizing the Flavor:
Use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Fuji and Granny Smith for extra depth. Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with a pat of butter or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use a plant-based milk and dairy-free butter for a dairy-free version. Storage Tips:
Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Bake the bread ahead and store it, tightly wrapped, at room temperature for up to 2 days. Customizing the Flavor:
Use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Fuji and Granny Smith for extra depth. Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm with a pat of butter or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use a plant-based milk and dairy-free butter for a dairy-free version. Storage Tips:
Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.