Description
Apple Fritter Bread is a cozy quick bread filled with cinnamon-sugar apples, layered with brown sugar swirl, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. This fall-inspired loaf is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat. Make it with simple ingredients and enjoy bakery-style flavor at home. Try it today!
Ingredients
Cake Batter
½ cup salted butter, softened
⅔ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup whole milk
Apple Mixture
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Brown Sugar-Cinnamon Mixture
¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by spraying it with non-stick spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and smooth.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Carefully mix in the flour and baking powder, stirring only until everything is incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
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Stir in the Greek yogurt and milk until the batter is smooth. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, combine the diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon until the apples are well coated.
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Mix together the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture in a small bowl and set it aside.
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Start layering by adding half of the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Spread evenly.
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Add half of the apple mixture on top, followed by half of the cinnamon-sugar blend. Gently swirl with a knife.
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Add the remaining batter, then the rest of the apple mixture and cinnamon sugar. Swirl again for a beautiful marbled effect.
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Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, checking with a toothpick to ensure it comes out clean from the center.
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If the top starts to brown too quickly, loosely cover it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
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Once baked, allow the loaf to cool for at least 30 minutes before adding the glaze.
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While it cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla extract to make a smooth glaze. Adjust thickness as needed.
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Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled loaf and let it set before slicing.
Notes
Use a slotted spoon if the apple mixture becomes too juicy before layering.
Greek yogurt can be replaced with ⅔ cup milk mixed with 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice.
Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Tent with foil during baking if the top begins to brown too quickly.
Try using other apple varieties like Honeycrisp for a sweeter variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 467
- Sugar: 58g
- Carbohydrates: 78g
- Protein: 6g