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Amish Apple Fritter Bread

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of apples and cinnamon wafting through the kitchen on a crisp fall morning. This Amish Apple Fritter Loaf is everything you love about traditional apple fritters, baked into a soft, moist, and warmly spiced quick bread—no frying required!

Made with fresh apples, brown sugar, and a swirl of cinnamon, this easy apple bread recipe is perfect for cozy autumn mornings, holiday brunches, or gifting during the season. Topped with a simple vanilla glaze, every slice tastes like a visit to your favorite Amish bakery or local farmers’ market.

If you’re looking for an easy fall baking recipe that delivers on both comfort and flavor, you’re going to fall in love with this old-fashioned apple fritter loaf.

Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 50–55 mins
Servings: 8 slices

This Amish apple fritter loaf brings together all the best parts of your favorite fall treats—tender chunks of tart apples, warm cinnamon spice, and that signature bakery-style glaze that seeps into every bite. What makes this recipe so special is its simplicity: no yeast, no complicated steps, just a good old-fashioned quick bread that’s bursting with flavor. It’s inspired by the sweet apple fritters you’d find at an Amish market, but with a homestyle twist that makes it perfect for baking at home. Whether you’re serving it fresh out of the oven with coffee or wrapping it up for a thoughtful homemade gift, this apple bread is a must-bake for the season.

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Ingredients

For the Apple Mixture:

2 medium baking apples (peeled and chopped)
½ cup light brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon (heaping)
1 tsp ground ginger

Wet Ingredients:

1 large egg (room temperature)
⅓ cup white granulated sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup full-fat sour cream (room temperature)
2 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 tbsp milk (or cream/non-dairy milk)

Instructions

✅ Step 1: Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease your 8×4″ or 9×5″ loaf pan with nonstick spray or homemade cake release.

Step 2: Make Apple Mixture

In a medium bowl, toss together:

Chopped apples
Brown sugar
Cinnamon
Ginger
Set aside.

Step 3: Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:

Egg
Granulated sugar
Oil
Sour cream
Vanilla extract
Whisk until smooth.

Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix:

Flour
Baking soda
Salt

Gradually add this to the wet mixture. Stir until almost combined.

Step 5: Fold in Apples

Fold ¾ of the apple mixture into the batter.
Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
Sprinkle the remaining apple mixture on top.

Step 6: Bake

Bake at 350°F for 50–55 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean (internal temp should be 200°F).

Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Glaze

Whisk together:

Powdered sugar
Vanilla extract
Milk

Drizzle over cooled loaf right before serving.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just getting started with fall baking, this Amish Apple Fritter Loaf is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to year after year. It’s simple, satisfying, and filled with the warm, nostalgic flavors of cinnamon and apple that make autumn feel so special. Serve it for breakfast, dessert, or as a sweet afternoon treat with a cup of coffee or cider. However you enjoy it, one thing’s for sure—this easy apple bread recipe is guaranteed to bring comfort to your kitchen and smiles to your table.