Description
This Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread packed with tender chunks of baking apples and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. It’s subtly sweetened with brown sugar and finished with a creamy vanilla glaze, creating a delightful breakfast or snack treat reminiscent of classic apple fritters.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 2 medium baking apples, peeled and chopped
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, heaping spoonfuls
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- ⅓ cup white granulated sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare Apples and Spices: Peel and chop two medium baking apples into small pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped apples with light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger, stirring to evenly coat the fruit with the spices and sugar.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together one large room temperature egg, white granulated sugar, vegetable oil, full-fat sour cream (at room temperature), and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt, ensuring there are no lumps for a smooth batter.
- Combine All Components: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender. Fold in the apple and spice mixture gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Prepare to Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a standard loaf pan to prevent sticking. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Make the Glaze: While the bread is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and pourable.
- Cool and Glaze: Once the bread is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack placed over a baking sheet or parchment paper. While still slightly warm, drizzle the vanilla glaze over the top to create a sweet finishing touch. Let the glaze set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use firm baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and tart flavor.
- Room temperature ingredients help achieve a smooth batter and better rise.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and moist.
- Make sure to let the bread cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
Keywords: Amish Apple Fritter Bread, Apple Bread, Spiced Quick Bread, cinnamon apple bread, homemade apple fritters, breakfast bread