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Amish Apple Fritter Bread

This Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a sweet, moist treat bursting with warm cinnamon-sugar swirls and tender apple chunks. The bread features crispy edges and an optional glaze that seeps into every slice, making it a comforting delight for any time of day. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent dessert, this recipe brings a touch of old-fashioned bakery charm into your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened; (115g)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar (130g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (190g)
  • 1.75 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk (120ml)
For the Apple Layer
  • 2 medium apples peeled and chopped (about 1½ cups); preferably firmer varieties like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar packed (65g)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Glaze
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (60g)
  • 1-2 teaspoons milk or cream to achieve a pourable consistency

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Toothpick

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing and lightly flouring it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the 2 peeled and chopped apples with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to create a spiced apple mixture.
  3. In another bowl, combine 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for the cinnamon-sugar swirl.
  4. For the batter, cream 1/2 cup softened butter with 2/3 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Then, add the 2 large eggs one at a time and stir in 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups all-purpose flour and 1.75 teaspoons baking powder. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the butter mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup milk until just combined.
  6. Assembly: Pour half of the batter into your prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter, then evenly distribute half of the apple mixture on top. Repeat with the remaining batter, cinnamon-sugar, and apples to create layered texture.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  8. If using the glaze, whisk together 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1-2 teaspoons milk or cream to create a pourable glaze. Drizzle it generously over the cooled bread.

Notes

This recipe is versatile and easy to customize. Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version, or use a one-to-one gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free twist. You can also experiment with pears or dried cranberries to change up the flavor, and the bread stays moist when stored in an airtight container for a few days.