Description
Amish Apple Fritter Bread is a warm, spiced quick bread layered with cinnamon-ginger apples and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for fall baking, this moist and tender loaf delivers comforting flavour with every bite—ideal for breakfast, dessert, or holiday gifting.
Ingredients
Apple Mixture
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2 medium baking apples, peeled and chopped (approx. 300 g)
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½ cup light brown sugar (100 g)
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2 tsp ground cinnamon (5 g)
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1 tsp ground ginger (2 g)
Batter
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1 large egg, room temperature
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⅓ cup granulated sugar (67 g)
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¼ cup vegetable oil (60 ml)
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¼ cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature (60 ml)
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2 tsp vanilla extract (10 ml)
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1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g)
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1 tsp baking soda (5 g)
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½ tsp kosher salt (2.5 g)
Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (120 g)
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1 tsp vanilla extract (5 ml)
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3 tbsp milk (45 ml)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
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In a bowl, combine apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and ginger. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, whisk egg, sugar, oil, sour cream, and vanilla until smooth.
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In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
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Fold in ¾ of the apple mixture.
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Pour batter into the pan. Top with the remaining apple mixture.
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Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and internal temp reaches 200°F (93°C).
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Cool in the pan at least 30 minutes.
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Mix glaze ingredients until smooth. Pour over a cooled loaf before serving.
Notes
Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for best results.
Avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.
Add chopped nuts or crumble for extra texture.
Let the loaf cool completely before glazing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Quick Bread
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American