Description
Amish apple fritter bread delivers homemade comfort with classic Midwestern charm. Warm cinnamon and sweet apples mingle in a tender loaf that brings family gatherings and farmhouse kitchens right to your table, inviting you to savor each nostalgic slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- ½ cup milk
Sweeteners and Spices:
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Leavening and Finishing:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk or cream (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch (23×13 centimeters) loaf pan by lightly greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
- Create a cinnamon-sugar coating by mixing light brown sugar with ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Gently toss diced apples in this mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together white sugar and softened unsalted butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, thoroughly blending each egg before adding the next. Stir in 1 of vanilla extract until well combined.
- Sift together 1 all-purpose flour with baking powder. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the wet batter, alternating with milk to create a smooth, consistent texture.
- Carefully spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, creating an even layer. Distribute half of the cinnamon-coated apple pieces across the batter, gently pressing them down.
- Pour the remaining batter over the apples, then top with the remaining apple pieces. Use a knife to create a gentle swirling pattern, ensuring the apples are partially embedded in the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The bread should have a golden-brown top and be slightly pulled away from the pan edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk or cream, stirring until smooth and achieving a drizzling consistency. Once the bread is completely cooled, generously drizzle the glaze over the top.
Notes
- Cool down completely before slicing to maintain the bread’s delicate structure and prevent crumbling.
- Wrap leftover slices in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container to keep the fritter bread moist and fresh for up to 3 days.
- Experiment with different apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for unique flavor profiles and texture variations.
- Sprinkle extra cinnamon-sugar mixture on top before baking to create a crispy, caramelized crust that adds delightful crunch.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or alongside your morning coffee for an indulgent treat that feels like a comforting hug.
- Gently fold apples into the batter to prevent overmixing, which can lead to tough and dense bread texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 309 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 76 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3.6 g
- Cholesterol: 64 mg