Amish Apple Fritter Bread Recipe
This homemade apple fritter bread features tender apples and fragrant cinnamon.A soft, buttery loaf provides the perfect base for sweet apple filling.Cinnamon sugar creates delicious swirls throughout every slice.Fresh apples add moisture, texture, and natural sweetness.A simple vanilla glaze provides a beautiful bakery-style finish.Enjoy this comforting apple bread for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
For the Apple Filling
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Bread Batter
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Swirl
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Vanilla Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Peel and dice the apples into small pieces.Next, combine the apples with granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Toss until every piece receives an even coating. Set the mixture aside while preparing the batter.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir until the mixture looks evenly blended. This simple mixture creates a sweet, aromatic swirl throughout the loaf.
- Spread half the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Add half the cinnamon-coated apples, followed by half the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Gently press the apples into the batter.Next, spread the remaining batter over the first layer. Add the remaining apples and cinnamon sugar on top. Use a knife to create a few gentle swirls without overmixing the layers.
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 55–65 minutes, checking the center with a toothpick. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil.The bread is ready when a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
- Whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Add milk gradually until the glaze reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. For a thicker glaze, use less milk.
- Carefully remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack. Let it cool further before drizzling the glaze over the top. Finally, slice and serve your homemade Amish Apple Fritter Bread.
Notes
- Choose firm apples that hold their shape during baking.
- Dice the apples evenly for consistent texture.
- Bring butter, eggs, and milk close to room temperature before mixing.
- Measure flour accurately to prevent a dry loaf.
- Avoid overmixing the batter because it can create a dense texture.
- Cover the loaf loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.
- Allow the bread to cool before adding the glaze.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to preserve moisture.