Description
If fall had a flavor, this would be it. Imagine the heart of a cinnamon-glazed apple fritter—warm, gooey, comforting—baked into a soft, golden loaf. That’s what this Amish Apple Fritter Bread delivers in every bite. Made with fresh grated apples, applesauce, cozy spices, and a brown sugar swirl, it’s like a crisp orchard morning in loaf form. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday moment of joy—let’s bake some nostalgia!
Ingredients
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½ cup melted unsalted butter
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1 cup white sugar (or ½ cup white + ½ cup brown)
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4 eggs (room temp)
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1 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups grated tart apples (peeled & squeezed dry)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp nutmeg
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup packed brown sugar (for the swirl)
Instructions
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Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 loaf pan and line with parchment for easy removal.
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Wet Mix: Whisk melted butter with sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in applesauce and vanilla.
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Apple Love: Fold in grated apples (squeezed dry to avoid sogginess).
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Dry Mix: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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Combine: Gently fold dry into wet until just combined—don’t overmix!
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Swirl It: Pour half the batter into the pan. Sprinkle with ¼ cup brown sugar. Repeat. Swirl with a knife in a few figure-8s.
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Bake: 50–60 mins. A toothpick should come out clean (ignore sticky sugar on the tip). Cool 15 mins before removing, then cool fully before slicing.
Notes
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Use firm apples like Granny Smith for great texture.
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Squeeze grated apples to avoid soggy centers.
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Don’t overswirl—distinct layers = better visual and taste!
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Want muffins? Bake 25–30 mins in a 12-cup tin.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 50–60 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 310 kcal Per Slice
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 4g