Description
This Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf that combines tender chopped apples with a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack, this bread captures the delicious essence of classic apple fritters in an easy-to-make baked form.
Ingredients
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Batter Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups peeled and chopped apples
Topping Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a loaf pan to prevent the bread from sticking during baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. This helps to incorporate air for a light texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition to ensure full incorporation.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently until the batter is smooth without overmixing.
- Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the peeled and chopped apples into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout without breaking them down too much.
- Fill Loaf Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the loaf pan to create a sweet, spiced crust.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent the bread with foil to prevent burning while the inside cooks fully.
- Cool and Slice: Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to serve.
Notes
- Use crisp apples like Granny Smith or Fuji for the best texture and flavor.
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for proper creaming with sugar.
- Cover the bread with foil if the topping browns too fast during baking.
- Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This bread can also be lightly toasted before serving for extra warmth and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-65 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
