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Amish Apple Fritter Bread Recipe

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This Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread packed with tender chunks of baked apples, warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze that perfectly mimics the taste of classic apple fritters. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack, this bread offers a delightful blend of tart fruit and sweet, spiced batter baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

Apple Mixture

  • 2 medium baking apples, peeled and chopped
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon (heaping spoonfuls)
  • 1 tsp ground ginger

Batter

  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup white granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp kosher salt

Vanilla Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan with nonstick spray or cake release to ensure the bread does not stick during baking.
  2. Mix Apple Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped apples with the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger. Stir well and set aside. This mixture will add sweet, spiced pockets throughout the bread.
  3. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. This creates the moist base for the bread.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients and gently fold using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until almost combined. Do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Incorporate Apple Mixture: Fold about three-quarters of the apple-cinnamon mixture into the batter carefully, distributing the apples evenly without breaking them down too much.
  6. Fill Loaf Pan and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Top the batter with the remaining apple chunks for extra texture and visual appeal during baking.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or the internal temperature measures 200°F (93°C).
  8. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes, preferably an hour or until it reaches room temperature. This helps the bread set and makes slicing easier.
  9. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk the sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and pourable. Add more powdered sugar if needed to achieve your preferred glaze thickness.
  10. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the vanilla glaze generously over the cooled bread just before serving for a sweet finishing touch that complements the spiced apple flavors perfectly.

Notes

  • Use baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
  • Ensure sour cream and egg are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter and even baking.
  • Do not overmix the batter to prevent a dense bread.
  • The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more powdered sugar or milk according to your preference.
  • Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For an extra crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans atop the batter before baking.

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