Moist, buttery, and packed with warm spiced apples, this Country Apple Fritter Bread delivers all the cozy flavors of fresh apple fritters in a quick, simple loaf pan bake!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Apple Fritter Taste: Layers of brown sugar, cinnamon, and tender chopped apples baked into a golden, buttery loaf.
Simple Quick-Bread Method: Uses staple pantry ingredients—no yeast or kneading required!
Sweet Vanilla Glaze Finish: Topped with a silky sugar glaze that drizzled into every slice.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Standard 9×5-Inch Loaf Pan: Lined with parchment paper and greased.
Large & Small Mixing Bowls: For batter and cinnamon-sugar prep.
Apple Peeler & Paring Knife: To core and finely dice fresh apples.
Ingredients
Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
1/3 cup Light brown sugar (packed)
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
Batters & Apple Filling:
2/3 cup Granulated white sugar
1/2 cup Unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
2 large Eggs (room temperature)
1 1/2 tsp Pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
1 3/4 tsp Baking powder
1/2 cup Milk (whole or 2%)
2 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and finely chopped; Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Simple Sweet Glaze:
1/2 cup Powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp Milk or heavy cream
1/4 tsp Vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep & Preheat
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2: Mix Cinnamon Sugar & Batter
1. In a small bowl, mix the 1/3 cup light brown sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon together; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, beat the 1/2 cup softened butter and 2/3 cup white sugar with an electric mixer until fluffy.
3. Add the 2 eggs one at a time, beating well, then stir in 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract.
4. Whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour and 1 3/4 tsp baking powder. Alternately add the flour mixture and 1/2 cup milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients until just combined.
Step 3: Layer & Swirl
1. Pour half of the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
2. Top with half of the diced apples and sprinkle half of the brown sugar-cinnamon mix over the top. Gently press into the batter.
3. Pour the remaining batter over the apple layer, top with the remaining apples and brown sugar cinnamon mix.
4. Lightly swirl a butter knife through the top layers to create a marbled fritter effect.
Step 4: Bake & Glaze
1. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack.
3. Whisk the glaze ingredients (powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla) until smooth. Drizzle generously over the warm loaf before slicing!
Chef’s Tips
Best Apples to Use: Firm, crisp tart apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji hold their texture beautifully during baking.
Dice Small: Chop the apples into tiny, bite-sized cubes so they distribute evenly without sinking to the bottom.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Slice / 10 Yield)
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: ~230 kcal
Protein: 3g
Net Carbs: 34g
Fat: 9g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I keep the bread from getting soggy?
Ensure the loaf cools completely on a wire rack before wrapping or storing it in an airtight container so trapped heat doesn’t create moisture build-up!