Best Apple Fritter Bread for Breakfast

Apple fritter bread combines the best of both worlds: soft bread and sweet apple fritter flavors. I love its wonderful balance of sweetness and spice. The bread stays soft and moist, making it a joy to eat. It’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!

Apple fritter bread recipe

Apple fritter bread is a delightful baked good. It combines the flavors of apple fritters with quick bread. The bread features a moist, sweet batter. It contains tender apple chunks, cinnamon, and brown sugar. These ingredients create a rich and comforting treat.

The bread has a soft, fluffy texture. It retains the sweet, spiced flavors of apple fritters. These flavors are perfect for the autumn or in the cold weather. The bread is suitable for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting snack.

Here is how to make the apple fritter bread:

Apple Fritter Bread

This fluffy, buttery bread is infused with tender apple chunks and swirled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture. This decadent quick bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an any-time treat.

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Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the batter

• 1 ¾ cups 220 g all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup 120 ml milk
• ⅓ cup 80 ml unsalted butter, melted
• ⅔ cup 130 g granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the filling

• 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and diced
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

For the glaze

• 1 cup 120 g powdered sugar
• 2-3 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
• In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. In a separate large bowl, mix milk, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
• Toss the diced apples with sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix them.
• Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread half the apple mixture over the batter. Add the remaining batter, then top with the remaining apples. Lightly press the apples into the batter.
• Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
• Slice and enjoy your delicious Apple Fritter Bread as a dessert or breakfast treat!

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal

Keyword apple fritter bread, homemade bread, homemade dessert

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Pairing suggestions

Apple fritter bread can be enjoyed in various settings with different foods and drinks:

1. Accompaniments
   • Whipped cream or ice cream adds a creamy texture.
   • Homemade caramel sauce elevates the bread’s sweetness.
   • Butter enhances the moistness and flavor of the bread.
   • Honey butter spread enhances the overall experience.
   • Crispy bacon or sausage creates a delightful contrast to the sweet bread.
2. Drink Pairings
   • Coffee complements the sweetness and cinnamon flavors of the bread.
   • Tea provides a soothing pairing.
   • Cider accentuates the apple flavor in the bread.
   • Milk balances the sweetness of the bread.

Variations

Here are several variations of apple fritter bread that you can try:

1. Apple Fritter Monkey Bread
   • Use refrigerated biscuit dough or brioche dough balls instead of batter.
   • Toss dough balls in cinnamon sugar and layer them with apple filling in a bundt pan.
   • Drizzle with glaze after baking.
2. Apple Cinnamon Swirl Fritter Bread
   • Increase cinnamon in the batter to 1 ½ tsp.
   • Add a cinnamon-sugar swirl by layering the batter with a mix of ⅓ cup brown sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon. Swirl it with a knife.
   • Proceed as usual with the apple filling and glaze.
3. Country Apple Fritter Bread
   • Use ½ cup buttermilk instead of milk for a richer, tangier flavor.
   • Add a touch of nutmeg (¼ tsp) to enhance the rustic, cozy taste.
   • Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for a crunchy crust (optional).
4. Amish Version
   • Add ¼ cup sour cream to the batter for moistness.
   • Replace granulated sugar with ½ brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
   • Use a rustic, coarsely chopped apple filling for a traditional texture.
5. Apple Fritter Bread Pudding
   • Cube leftover bread and mix with a custard of 3 eggs, 1 cup milk, ½ cup sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla.
   • Layer with apple filling in a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes.
   • Serve with the same glaze or a caramel sauce.
6. Sourdough Variant
   • Use 1 cup active sourdough starter instead of baking powder for leavening.
   • Let the batter rise for 4-6 hours (or overnight) before adding the apple filling and baking.
   • Adjust milk to ¼ cup for a thicker consistency.
7. Gluten-Free Version
   • Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1-to-1 baking mix.
   • Ensure the baking mix includes xanthan gum or add ½ tsp separately for structure.

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