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Homemade Amish Apple Fritter Bread Recipe – Easy Cinnamon Swirl Glaze

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This cozy Amish apple fritter bread is packed with chunky apples, swirled with cinnamon sugar, and finished with a sweet glaze. It’s easy to make, perfect for sharing, and brings nostalgic comfort to any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups apples, peeled and chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (for swirl)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for swirl)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop apples into small cubes. Toss with brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  5. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. Pour half the batter into the pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle half the cinnamon swirl mixture and half the apple mixture over the batter. Repeat with remaining batter, swirl, and apples. Swirl with a butter knife for a marbled effect.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, checking at 45 minutes. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil after 35 minutes. Bread is done when a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust thickness as needed.
  9. Drizzle glaze over cooled bread. Slice and serve.

Notes

Use firm apples for best texture. For gluten-free, substitute a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and plant-based milk. Bread is best served warm or at room temperature and keeps well for up to 3 days. Freeze slices for up to 2 months. Glaze only after bread is fully cooled.

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Keywords: apple fritter bread, Amish bread, cinnamon swirl, apple dessert, easy quick bread, fall baking, glazed bread, comfort food

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