👩🍳 How to Make Apple Walnut Fritter Bread
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Make the Apple Filling
In a small bowl, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped walnuts. Stir gently to coat, then set aside.
Step 3: Mix the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt, alternating with milk. Stir just until smooth — don’t overmix!
Step 4: Layer It Up
Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spoon half of the apple mixture evenly over it, followed by half of the cinnamon-sugar swirl.
Repeat with the remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon mixture. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl through the top for a marbled effect.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil during the last 10 minutes.
Step 6: Add the Glaze
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the warm loaf and let it set.
🍎 Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey.
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Pair with hot coffee, tea, or apple cider for the perfect fall treat.
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Slice and wrap for on-the-go breakfasts or lunchbox snacks.
💡 Tips for Perfect Apple Walnut Fritter Bread
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Use firm apples so they hold their shape during baking.
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Toast the walnuts beforehand for extra crunch and flavor.
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Don’t overmix the batter; it keeps the loaf tender.
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Double the recipe and freeze one loaf — it reheats beautifully!
🍰 Final Thoughts
This Apple Walnut Fritter Bread is everything you love about fall — cozy, sweet, and full of homemade warmth. With its layers of cinnamon, juicy apples, and crunchy walnuts, it’s the perfect treat to enjoy all year long.
Bake a loaf today, and you’ll see why this recipe quickly becomes a family favorite — one slice is never enough!
