Ingredients
Apple Mixture
- 2 medium baking apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (heaping spoonfuls)
- 1 tsp ground ginger
Batter
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/3 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
Powdered Sugar Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a loaf pan with nonstick spray or cake release to ensure easy removal of the bread.
- Mix Apple Spice Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peeled and chopped apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and ginger. Stir well to evenly coat the apples and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, full-fat sour cream, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and kosher salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently mix with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in Apples: Fold approximately three-quarters of the apple and spice mixture into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overworking the batter.
- Fill and Top Loaf Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Scatter the remaining apple mixture evenly over the batter as a topping to create a beautiful, flavorful crust.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the bread reaches an internal temperature of 200 degrees F and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes. For best results, wait until it reaches room temperature (about an hour) before glazing and serving.
- Prepare the Powdered Sugar Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar if the glaze is too thin.
- Glaze and Serve: Generously drizzle the glaze over the cooled apple fritter bread just before serving to add a sweet finishing touch.
Notes
- Use firm baking apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture and flavor.
- Ensure eggs and sour cream are at room temperature to help the batter mix smoothly.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense bread texture.
- Check doneness with a thermometer for perfect baking or use a toothpick inserted in the middle—should come out clean.
- Glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more powdered sugar or milk as needed.
- Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Reheat slices gently for a warm treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
