Description
Country Apple Fritter Bread is a comforting fall recipe with layers of cinnamon sugar, juicy apples, and a tender, buttery loaf topped with a sweet glaze. This cozy Amish-inspired dessert is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or serving with coffee and ice cream during autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Brown Sugar/Cinnamon Mixture
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⅓ cup brown sugar
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
Apple Bread Loaf
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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⅔ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1½ tsp vanilla extract
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1¾ tsp baking powder
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½ cup milk or almond milk, room temperature
Chopped Apple Mixture
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2 large apples (Granny Smith recommended), peeled and finely chopped
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
Old-Fashioned Crème Glaze
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1–3 tbsp milk or cream (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment.
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Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk flour and baking powder. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk until smooth.
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Toss chopped apples with cinnamon and sugar.
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Spread half the batter into loaf pan. Top with half the apple mixture, then half the cinnamon sugar. Repeat layers. Swirl gently with a knife.
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Bake 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
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Whisk powdered sugar and milk/cream until smooth; drizzle over cooled loaf before slicing.
Notes
Granny Smith apples hold shape best; Honeycrisp adds sweetness.
Do not over-swirl—light marbling keeps layers distinct.
Adjust glaze thickness for either a thin pour or thick bakery-style drizzle.
Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
Store wrapped tightly at room temperature (3 days), in fridge (5–6 days), or freeze slices (up to 3 months).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American