Description

This Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread is a deliciously moist and flavorful quick bread featuring tender chunks of tart apples and a sweet cinnamon swirl throughout. Topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. The bread combines classic fall flavors with a soft crumb and an irresistible cinnamon sugar swirl for a cozy treat that’s easy to make and enjoyed by all.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk

Fruit

1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples, preferably a tart variety like Granny Smith)

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Glaze

1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Prepare the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside.
Cream the butter and sugar. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This ensures a tender crumb. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently each time just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the bread tough.
Add the apples. Gently fold the peeled and diced apples into the batter, being careful not to break them up.
Make the cinnamon swirl. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar swirl.
Assemble the bread. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over this batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and distribute the remaining cinnamon sugar over the batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter to create a beautiful marbled effect.
Bake the bread. Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, tent the loaf with aluminum foil during the final 15 minutes of baking to prevent burning.
Prepare the glaze. While the bread is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth to create the vanilla glaze.
Cool and glaze. Once baking is complete, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture. Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the cooled bread.
Serve. Slice the bread and serve. Enjoy the sweet and tender cinnamon swirl apple fritter bread as a comforting snack or breakfast treat.

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, use tart apples like Granny Smith, which hold their shape well during baking and provide a nice balance to the sweetness.
If you prefer, you can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative, but this may slightly affect the texture.
Make sure to not overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the bread light and tender.
The cinnamon sugar swirl can be adjusted to taste; add more or less cinnamon according to preference.
Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. It can also be frozen for longer storage.