Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love it because it brings that cozy apple-cinnamon flavor in loaf form with minimal effort. It bakes in about an hour in one pan, fills the kitchen with an amazing aroma, and slices beautifully for breakfast, snack, or dessert

ingredients

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⅓ cup light brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅔ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1½ tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1¾ tsp baking powder
½ cup milk (or almond milk)
2 medium apples (peeled and chopped)
½ cup powdered sugar
2 Tbsp milk or cream (for glaze)

directions

Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease or line a 9×5″ loaf pan.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside.
In another bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
Whisk flour and baking powder together; stir into creamed mixture. Add milk until batter is smooth.
Toss chopped apples with a bit of cinnamon and sugar.
Pour half batter into pan, top with half apple mixture, then half cinnamon-sugar. Add remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon sugar. Swirl gently.
Bake 50–60 minutes (until a toothpick comes out clean). Cover with foil if browning too fast.
Whisk powdered sugar and milk for the glaze. Cool loaf 15 min, then drizzle glaze over top.

Servings and timing

I usually slice it into 8 servings.

Prep time: ~15 minutes
Cook time: ~50–60 minutes
Total time: ~65–75 minutes

Variations

I sometimes add chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) for extra crunch .
You can use pears, peaches, or mix fruits instead of apples.
For a streusel finish, swap the swirl for a crumb topping.
Use gluten-free flour for a GF version—it works beautifully.

storage/reheating

I store leftover slices at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week
To refresh, I microwave a slice for 15–20 seconds or warm it in a toaster oven until the glaze crystallizes slightly.

FAQs

Can I prep this ahead of time?

Yes—I often assemble the batter and swirl, refrigerate the pan covered, then bake in the morning. Add a few minutes bake time if cold.

What apples work best?

I prefer tart, crisp ones like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. They hold their texture and complement the sweetness .

Can I skip the glaze?

Absolutely. The bread tastes great plain, but the glaze gives it that classic fritter feel.

Is it freezer-friendly?

Yes—I freeze whole or sliced loaves in airtight wrap for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and reheat if desired .

Can I make muffins instead?

Definitely. Just pour batter into muffin tins, adjust bake to ~20 min, and top with swirl before baking .

Conclusion

This Country Apple Fritter Bread is one of my favorite seasonal treats—easy, comforting, and full of cozy apple-cinnamon flavor. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, snack, or dessert, and always disappears fast when warm and glazed. I can’t wait to bake another loaf!