Description

This Irresistibly Moist Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a delightful quick bread featuring tender diced apples swirled with warm cinnamon and brown sugar, baked to perfection and topped with a simple vanilla glaze. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, delivering a moist texture with a comforting cinnamon-spiced apple flavor.

Ingredients

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Bread Ingredients

1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (provides richness and moisture.)
2/3 cup Granulated Sugar (adds sweetness and aids in creating a tender crumb.)
2 large Eggs (binds the ingredients and provides structure.)
1.5 tsp Vanilla Extract (enhances flavor beautifully.)
1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour (forms the structure of the bread.)
1.75 tsp Baking Powder (acts as a leavening agent that provides rise.)
1/2 cup Milk (adds moisture—use plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.)
2 medium Apples, diced (provides flavor and texture.)
1/3 cup Brown Sugar (adds depth of flavor and moisture to the loaf.)
1 tsp Ground Cinnamon (provides warmth and spice.)

Glaze Ingredients

1/2 cup Powdered Sugar (used for the glaze.)
1–2 tbsp Milk for Glaze (mixed with powdered sugar to achieve the desired glaze consistency.)
1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract for Glaze (adds a lovely flavor dimension to the glaze.)

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
Prepare Apple Mixture: Toss the diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl until they’re evenly coated. Set this mixture aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This incorporates air, helping create a tender crumb.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure even incorporation, followed by the vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor.
Combine Dry Ingredients and Milk: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Then alternate adding the dry mixture and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.
Layer Batter and Apples: Spoon half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Carefully layer half of the apple mixture over the batter. Add the remaining batter over the apples, then top with the rest of the apple mixture. Use a knife to gently swirl the layers together, creating a marbled effect.
Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top begins to brown too quickly, tent the loaf with foil to prevent burning.
Cool and Glaze: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it onto a wire rack. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to your desired consistency. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled bread before slicing and serving.

Notes

You can substitute plant-based milk (such as almond or oat milk) to make this recipe dairy-free.
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
If the apples release a lot of juice, drain some to avoid soggy bread.
The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by varying the milk amount.
Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the apple mixture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Quick Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Amish apple fritter bread, apple bread, cinnamon apple bread, quick bread recipe, moist apple bread, homemade apple fritters, breakfast bread