Country Apple Fritter Bread
Country Apple Fritter Bread is a soft, moist quick bread packed with cinnamon-spiced apples and a sweet glaze that mimics the flavors of classic apple fritters. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. 🍎✨
🥣 Ingredients
For the Bread
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
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2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
Optional Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons milk
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl whisk together:
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flour
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baking soda
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baking powder
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salt
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cinnamon
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nutmeg
3️⃣ Cream Butter and Sugar
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In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
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Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
4️⃣ Combine Batter
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
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Fold in chopped apples until evenly distributed.
5️⃣ Bake
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Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
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Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6️⃣ Make the Glaze (Optional)
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In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
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Drizzle over the warm bread.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Serve slices warm or at room temperature
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Pair with coffee, tea, or milk
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Top with butter or cream cheese spread
⭐ Tips
✔ Toss apples with a little flour before adding to prevent sinking.
✔ For extra texture, add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
✔ Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
If you want, I can also share:
🍎 Apple Fritter Bread Muffins (easy single-serve)
🍏 Apple Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread
🍎 Old-Fashioned Apple Fritter Cake (very popular).