Melissa RayneWANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?
When the air turns crisp and apples are in season, there’s nothing cozier than filling your kitchen with the scent of cinnamon and baked fruit. This Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread captures everything you love about those old-fashioned bakery apple fritters—but it’s easier to make at home and perfect for sharing over coffee or brunch.
Think: tender loaf, swirls of cinnamon-sugar, bits of juicy apple, and a simple glaze that melts into every slice.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- All the nostalgia, no deep fryer required. Get that apple fritter flavor in an easy loaf form.
- Moist, soft, and loaded with apples. Every bite is packed with sweet apples and warm spices.
- Ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert. It’s the kind of treat that fits any time of day.
- Stays fresh. This bread keeps well and tastes even better after a night in the fridge.
Ingredients
Filling/Topping
1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
a pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Cake
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 Tablespoons milk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 Granny Smith apple
Glaze
1/3 cup icing sugar, sifted
1–2 teaspoons hot water
Instructions
- Get ready:
Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard loaf pan with parchment or grease it well. - Mix the swirl:
Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Set aside. - Make the batter:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter, sour cream, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. - Combine dry ingredients:
In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. - Finish the batter:
Add dry ingredients. to the wet mixture. Stir. just until no dry streaks remain—don’t overmix. - Add apples:
Gently fold most of the chopped apple into the batter, saving a small handful for the top. - Layer and swirl:
Spread half. the batter into your prepared pan. Sprinkle; half the cinnamon mixture over the top. Swirl with a butter knife. Pour on the remaining batter, add leftover apples, and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture. Swirl again for a marbled look. - Bake:
Bake for (50–55) minutes. or until a toothpick. comes out clean from the center. Let cool in the pan for about 15 minutes; before transferring to a wire rack. - Glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar; with hot water until smooth and pourable. Drizzle over the warm bread. Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Tips & Tricks
- The bread gets its bright flavor from using Granny Smith and other tart apple varieties.
- Stir the ingredients only until they are just combined to achieve the softest possible bread texture.
- Add toasted nuts to the mixture by including a small amount of pecans or walnuts for texture.
- The loaf stays fresh for multiple days when stored in tight wrapping and it also freezes well without the glaze application.
FAQ
1. Can I freeze this bread?
Yes! After. cooling down the loaf, you should wrap it without glaze; for storage in the freezer; for up to two months. Before serving, you should; thaw the loaf before applying the glaze.
2. Can I swap the sour cream?
Plain Greek yogurt functions as an excellent replacement when sour cream is unavailable.
3. How do I know when it’s done?
Check with a toothpick—it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
4. What if I want extra apples?
The addition of 1 1/2 apples will provide extra fruit content in each piece of the bread.
This apple fritter bread tastes great both when served warm and at room temperature, while delivering autumn comfort in every bite.
Enjoy this apple fritter bread warm or at room temperature—either way, it’s a taste of autumn comfort in every bite.
WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?
