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Country Apple Fritter Bread Recipe

Country Apple Fritter Bread Recipe
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This Country Apple Fritter Bread combines tender, moist cake-like bread with layers of cinnamon-spiced apples and a sweet brown sugar swirl. Topped with a smooth powdered sugar glaze, this recipe offers the perfect balance of spice, sweetness, and fruity freshness, making it an ideal breakfast treat or afternoon snack.

Ingredients

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Bread Batter

  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk or almond milk

Apple Cinnamon Layers

  • 2 apples, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for apples)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for apples)
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 3 tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Cinnamon Brown Sugar Mix: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup light brown sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set aside this flavorful mixture for layering.
  3. Prepare Apple Mixture: Toss the peeled and chopped apples with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in another bowl. This will give the apples a sweet and spiced coating.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a medium mixing bowl, beat together 2/3 cup granulated sugar and softened butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which helps form the bread’s tender crumb.
  5. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition for even distribution. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
  6. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder to ensure even leavening.
  7. Mix Batter: Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the 1/2 cup milk (or almond milk). Begin and end with flour, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  8. Layer Batter and Apples: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly layer half of the apple mixture over the batter, then sprinkle half of the cinnamon brown sugar mix on top.
  9. Repeat Layers: Pour the remaining batter over the apple layer. Top with the remaining apples and brown sugar mixture, pressing the apples lightly into the batter.
  10. Swirl Brown Sugar: Use a knife to gently swirl the brown sugar cinnamon mixture into the top layer for a marbled effect and added texture.
  11. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
  12. Cool Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, helping it set properly.
  13. Prepare Glaze and Drizzle: Mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1 to 3 tablespoons milk or cream until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance with the sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
  • Check bread doneness at 60 minutes; oven temperatures vary.
  • The glaze consistency can be adjusted by varying milk quantity.
  • For dairy-free, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: Apple fritter bread, cinnamon apple bread, glazed apple bread, breakfast bread, apple spice loaf

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