Country Apple Fritter Bread

Country Apple Fritter Bread is a delicious, cinnamon-spiced bread filled with chunks of tender apples and a sweet glaze drizzled on top. It’s like having an apple fritter in bread form—perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. This bread is tender, flavorful, and will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon and baked apples.

Here’s a recipe to make Country Apple Fritter Bread at home!

Country Apple Fritter Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

For the bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for a slightly tangier flavor)
• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into small chunks (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)

For the cinnamon swirl:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tbsp milk
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray, and line it with parchment paper if you want to make removing the bread easier.
2. Prepare the apples:
   Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks. Set them aside.
3. Make the bread batter:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix.
4. Prepare the cinnamon swirl:
   In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Set this aside.
5. Assemble the bread:
   Pour half of the bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter, followed by half of the chopped apples. Then, add the remaining batter on top, smoothing it out. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top, followed by the remaining apples.
6. Swirl the batter:
   Use a butter knife or skewer to gently swirl the batter and apple-cinnamon mixture together, creating a marbled effect. Be careful not to overdo it—just a few swirls will create the desired effect.
7. Bake the bread:
   Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean (a few crumbs are okay, but no wet batter). If the top is browning too quickly, you can cover the bread loosely with foil for the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
8. Cool:
   Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Make the glaze:
   While the bread is cooling, make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches a drizzle consistency.
10. Glaze the bread:
    Once the bread has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides. Slice and serve!

Tips:

• Apple varieties: Different apples will give you different results—Granny Smith apples are tart and will balance the sweetness of the bread, while Honeycrisp apples are sweeter and juicy. You can also mix different types of apples for variety.
• Make ahead: This bread can be made a day ahead, and the flavors will only get better. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: You can freeze the unglazed bread. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Let it thaw at room temperature, then glaze before serving.

This Country Apple Fritter Bread is a comforting, sweet treat that brings together the flavors of fall in every bite. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate cozy experience!