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Amish Apple Fritter Bread Soft, Sweet, and Perfectly Spiced Recipe

Amish Apple Fritter Bread Soft, Sweet, and Perfectly Spiced Recipe
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Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a soft, sweet, and perfectly spiced quick bread combining the crisp tartness of Granny Smith and the natural sweetness of Honeycrisp apples, swirled with a cinnamon-brown sugar mixture and topped with a delicate vanilla glaze. This bread is ideal for fall baking and makes a cozy, flavorful treat for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Bread:

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored & diced (mix of tart & sweet)
  • 1/3 cup (67g) brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
  2. Make Cinnamon-Apple Mixture: In a bowl, toss the diced apples with brown sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly coated. This mixture will provide the sweet and spiced apple flavor swirled throughout the bread.
  3. Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a tender crumb. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract for added warmth and flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder to ensure the leavening agent is evenly distributed throughout the flour, which will help the bread rise uniformly.
  5. Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overdeveloping the gluten, which can make the bread tough.
  6. Assemble the Loaf: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly distribute half of the cinnamon-apple mixture over the batter. Repeat with the remaining batter and apple mixture. Use a knife to lightly swirl through the batter and apples to create a beautiful marbled effect without fully mixing it in.
  7. Bake: Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and the bread spring back slightly when touched.
  8. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and helps the bread set properly.
  9. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust the milk to achieve your desired glaze consistency.
  10. Glaze the Bread: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread evenly. Let it set before slicing to enjoy a perfect balance of sweet glaze and spiced apple bread.
  11. Serve: Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. The bread is delightful as is or with a smear of butter or cream cheese.

Notes

  • Use a combination of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples for a balanced flavor and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and moist.
  • To enhance the spice profile, consider adding 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg or allspice to the cinnamon apple mixture.
  • The bread tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
  • This bread freezes well; for best results, glaze only after thawing.

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