There’s something truly comforting about the smell of apples and cinnamon baking in the oven. Country Apple Fritter Bread brings those classic fall flavors together in one irresistibly moist, sweet loaf. It’s like enjoying your favorite apple fritter in the form of a tender, buttery quick bread — perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack with coffee.
🍎 What Is Country Apple Fritter Bread?
This homemade loaf takes the delicious elements of a classic apple fritter — juicy cinnamon-spiced apples and sweet glaze — and layers them into a soft, rich vanilla bread. The result? A rustic, bakery-style treat that looks and tastes like something straight from grandma’s kitchen.
🧂 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Apple Filling:
2 large apples (peeled and diced – Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:
⅓ cup brown sugar (packed)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Bread Batter:
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
⅔ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ cup milk (whole or 2%)
For the Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Mixture
In a small bowl, toss the chopped apples with sugar and cinnamon. Set aside to soak up the flavors while you make the batter. - Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl
Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a separate bowl. This will be layered inside the bread to create that gorgeous swirl. - Make the Batter
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
Mix flour and baking powder in another bowl, then gradually add it to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk until smooth. - Layer the Bread
Pour half of the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan. Add half of the apple mixture and sprinkle half of the cinnamon-brown sugar over it.
Repeat with remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon-sugar mixture. Use a knife to gently swirl through the layers. - Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool for about 15 minutes before removing it from the pan. - Add the Glaze
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread for a glossy, sweet finish.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve warm with a pat of butter or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Perfect for brunches, holidays, or gifting to friends and family.
Reheat slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds for that “just-baked” taste.
🌟 Tips for Success
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of sweetness and tang.
Don’t overmix the batter — it keeps the bread tender.
If you want an extra burst of flavor, add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans.
🧁 Storage
Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months — just thaw and glaze before serving.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
This Country Apple Fritter Bread is a heartwarming twist on a bakery favorite. It’s easy to make, looks beautiful when sliced, and fills your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of cinnamon and apples. One bite and you’ll understand why it’s a timeless fall favorite loved by generations.
🍏 Try this recipe once — and it’ll become your go-to fall bake!
