Apple Fritter Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Bread Batter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Apple Mixture:
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (e.g., Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Apple Mixture:
- In a small bowl, toss the diced apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Make the Bread Batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and milk.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Assemble the Bread:
- Spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Layer half of the apple mixture over the batter, followed by half of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon sugar.
- Use a knife to gently swirl the layers together.
- Bake:
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Add the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
Tips:
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a richer flavor, use browned butter in the batter.
- This bread freezes well; wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it for up to 3 months.