Get ready to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of fresh-baked cinnamon and apples! This Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread transforms the beloved flavors of a classic apple fritter into a convenient, sliceable loaf that’s perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea.
Featuring tender chunks of fresh apple and ribbons of cinnamon sugar swirled throughout, this quick bread delivers all the satisfaction of traditional apple fritters without the mess of deep frying.
Why You’ll Love This
- No yeast or complicated rising time required
- Uses basic pantry ingredients you likely have on hand
- Makes your house smell amazing while baking
- Perfect for meal prep – stays fresh for days
- Great for gifting to neighbors and friends
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- a pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half the batter into the pan, top with half the apples and cinnamon mixture.
- Add remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon mixture. Swirl with a knife.
- Drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan.
Tips & Variations
- Use Granny Smith apples for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness
- Add 1/2 cup chopped nuts for extra crunch
- Make a simple glaze with powdered sugar and milk for extra indulgence
- Swap half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat for added nutrition
- Dice apples uniformly for even baking
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm slices with a pat of butter and a cup of coffee for breakfast. For dessert, try toasting a slice and topping it with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months when wrapped well
- Bread is done when internal temperature reaches 200°F
FAQs
- Can I use apple pie filling instead of fresh apples? Fresh apples are recommended as pie filling may make the bread too wet.
- Why did my apples sink to the bottom? Toss diced apples in a tablespoon of flour before adding to prevent sinking.
- Can I make this dairy-free? Yes, substitute plant-based milk and use coconut oil instead of butter.
- How do I prevent the top from getting too dark? Cover with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking if needed.
Servings4
Prep15 min
Cook45 min
Calories—
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- a pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half the batter into the pan, top with half the apples and cinnamon mixture.
- Add remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon mixture. Swirl with a knife.
- Drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months when wrapped well
- Bread is done when internal temperature reaches 200°F
