Warm, buttery, and sweetly spiced, this Awesome Country Apple Fritter Bread is a cozy, oven-baked treat that feels like a farmhouse hug in every slice.
With tender cinnamon-sugar apples baked right into a moist vanilla loaf and topped with a glossy glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave a little comfort.
Key Players in Awesome Country Apple Fritter Bread
- Apples – The heart of the recipe, chopped apples add moisture, sweetness, and soft texture that mimic apple pie filling.
- Brown Sugar – Combined with cinnamon, it creates the warm, spiced swirl and streusel-like layers throughout the bread.
- Ground Cinnamon – Infuses each bite with cozy, fall-inspired flavor that complements the apples perfectly.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps create a tender, soft crumb.
- Granulated Sugar – Sweetens the batter while balancing the tartness of the apples.
- Eggs – Bind the ingredients and contribute to the bread’s structure and softness.
- Vanilla Extract – Deepens the flavor profile and enhances the sweetness naturally.
- All-Purpose Flour – The sturdy base that holds all the apple goodness together.
- Baking Powder – Gives the loaf its rise, ensuring it stays fluffy rather than dense.
- Milk (or Almond Milk) – Adds moisture and ensures a smooth, pourable batter.
- Powdered Sugar – Whisked into a glaze that finishes the loaf with a sweet, glossy crown.
Let’s Make It: How to Bake This Apple Fritter Dream
Start by layering flavor: prepare the cinnamon-sugar mixture and coat the apples in their own spiced blend.
Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, then blend in the eggs and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients separately, then gradually incorporate them into the wet mixture with the milk.
Layer half the batter into your prepared loaf pan, followed by spiced apples and brown sugar-cinnamon. Repeat the layers, lightly swirl the top, then bake until golden and a tester comes out clean.
Once cooled slightly, drizzle the silky glaze over the warm loaf and let it set before slicing into apple-packed perfection.
Pro Tips for Fritter Bread Success
To get the best flavor and texture, choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, which hold up beautifully during baking. Don’t overmix the batter—just blend until smooth to keep the bread tender.
For extra visual flair and bite, add a touch of apple peel to the topping layer, or a sprinkle of coarse sugar before baking for a crisp top. Want a deeper glaze? Add a drop of vanilla or cinnamon to the icing for bonus flavor.
Feel free to fold chopped walnuts or pecans into the apple layer for a bit of crunch, or try a drizzle of caramel in place of the glaze for a decadent twist.
Keeping It Fresh: Storing Your Apple Fritter Bread
Once cooled, wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap or foil and store at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days—just warm slices briefly in the microwave before serving.
To freeze, wrap individual slices in parchment, then place in a sealed bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or reheat straight from frozen for a quick treat.
Country Apple Fritter Bread
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 2 apples peeled and diced (any variety)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup 1 stick butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup milk or almond milk plus 1 to 3 tablespoons for glaze
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar plus 2 tablespoons
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Nonstick cooking spray for pan preparation
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray or lining it with foil followed by a spray for effortless release.
- Combine the brown sugar with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl and set it aside. In a separate bowl, toss the diced apples with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter together with the remaining 2/3 cup of granulated sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed butter mixture, beating until just combined. Stir in 1/2 cup of milk until the batter reaches a smooth consistency.
- Pour half of the prepared batter into the loaf pan. Distribute half of the apple mixture evenly over the batter. Sprinkle with half of the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Add the remaining batter over the apple layer, then top with the rest of the chopped apples and the remaining brown sugar-cinnamon mixture. Gently press the apples into the batter and swirl the top using a knife or spoon to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf emerges clean.
- To prepare the glaze, mix the powdered sugar with 1 to 3 tablespoons of milk, adjusting to achieve the desired consistency.
- Once baked, allow the loaf to cool for 15 minutes before drizzling with the glaze.
