Freshly baked Amish apple fritter bread with chunks of apple and glaze

Amish Apple Fritter Bread

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Why Make This Recipe

Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a delightful treat that combines sweet and spiced apples with a soft, moist bread. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Its inviting aroma will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist. This recipe is easy to follow and is sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, who doesn’t love the combination of apples and warm spices?

How to Make Amish Apple Fritter Bread

Making Amish Apple Fritter Bread is simple and requires just a few steps. Follow the instructions below to create this delicious bread!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for sprinkling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk.
  4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until everything is combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped apples.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
  8. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
  9. Add the remaining batter and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar on top.
  10. Swirl with a knife or skewer to create a marbled effect.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  12. While the bread cools, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze.
  13. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
  14. Slice and enjoy!

How to Serve Amish Apple Fritter Bread

Serve Amish Apple Fritter Bread warm or at room temperature. It pairs nicely with a cup of coffee or tea. You can enjoy it plain, or if you want to treat yourself, add some extra glaze or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

How to Store Amish Apple Fritter Bread

To store Amish Apple Fritter Bread, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want it to last longer, you can freeze it. Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer bag. It can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw before serving.

Tips to Make Amish Apple Fritter Bread

  • Make sure your apples are firm and have a good flavor, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Feel free to mix in some nuts or raisins for added texture.
  • Always check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.

Variation

You can also make this recipe with other fruits like pears or add nuts for a different texture. Cinnamon or nutmeg can be adjusted to change the flavor profile to your preference.

FAQs

1. Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour, but it may change the texture. You might need to add a little more liquid to the batter.

2. Can I make it without eggs?
Yes! You can replace the eggs with flaxseed meal or applesauce for a vegan version.

3. How can I tell if the bread is done baking?
Insert a toothpick in the center of the bread. If it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, it’s done. If it has wet batter on it, bake longer.

Amish Apple Fritter Bread

A delightful sweet and spiced apple bread that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
Filling and Toppings
  • 2 pieces apples, peeled, cored, and chopped Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar For sprinkling
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon For sprinkling
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar For glaze
  • 1 tablespoon milk For glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For glaze

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk.
  4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until everything is combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped apples.
Assembly
  1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
  3. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
  4. Add the remaining batter and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar on top.
  5. Swirl with a knife or skewer to create a marbled effect.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Glazing
  1. While the bread cools, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
  3. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months. Make sure to thaw before serving. You can also mix in nuts or raisins for added texture.