Description

This Cinnamon Swirl Apple Fritter Bread is a delightful baked treat that combines tender, moist bread with chunks of fresh apples and a sweet cinnamon-sugar swirl throughout. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it offers a perfect balance of warm spices and fruity goodness, finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

2 large eggs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup buttermilk

Main Add-ins

2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)

Filling

½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Optional Topping

Powdered sugar, to taste (for dusting)

Instructions

Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal after baking.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly then add in the melted butter and buttermilk. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Mix wet into dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
Fold in apples: Gently fold the peeled and chopped apples into the batter, evenly distributing them throughout.
Prepare cinnamon sugar filling: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl filling.
Layer batter and filling: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar filling evenly over this batter layer.
Add remaining batter and filling: Pour the remaining batter over the filling layer. Then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
Swirl the batter: Using a knife or spatula, gently swirl the batter to incorporate the cinnamon sugar filling without fully mixing it in, creating a beautiful cinnamon swirl effect.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, dust the cooled loaf with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor and texture.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
The cinnamon sugar swirl adds sweetness and a beautiful visual appeal.
Make sure the toothpick comes out clean to avoid underbaking.
Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Optional powdered sugar dusting adds a lovely finishing touch but can be omitted for less sweetness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Bread, Breakfast, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/12 of loaf)
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 50 mg

Keywords: Cinnamon swirl bread, apple bread, apple cinnamon loaf, breakfast bread, easy baked bread