Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread is a delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon, apple, and brown sugar in a moist and tender loaf. This recipe features a delicious cinnamon sugar filling and topping, along with chunks of fresh apple folded into the batter. Topped with a simple icing glaze, this bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of the day.

Ingredients:

• Filling/Topping:
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
• Cake:
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons milk, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 Granny Smith apple
• Glaze:
• 1/3 cup icing sugar, sifted
• 1–2 teaspoons hot water

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.

1. Prepare Filling/Topping:

• In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and set aside.

1. Prepare Cake Batter:

• In a large bowl, mix together granulated sugar, melted butter, sour cream, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Fold in most of the chopped apple, reserving some for topping.

1. Layer Batter and Filling:

• Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it into an even layer.
• Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar filling over the batter and swirl with a knife.
• Add the remaining batter on top, followed by the reserved chopped apple and the rest of the cinnamon sugar filling. Swirl again with a knife.

1. Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

1. Glaze:

• While the bread is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together sifted icing sugar and hot water until smooth.
• Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and allow it to set for a few minutes before slicing.

Tips:

• Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure a tender texture.
• Use a toothpick to check for doneness. If it comes out clean, the bread is ready.
• Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing to prevent it from crumbling.