Description

This Apple Fritter Bread is a warm, sweet, and comforting homemade treat combining tender, soft bread with bursts of cinnamon-spiced apple pieces and luscious swirls of natural gelling agent. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it offers a delightful texture and irresistible apple-cinnamon aroma that fills your home with cozy flavors.

Ingredients

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Apple Filling

2 cups fresh diced apples
1/4 cup natural brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (natural)
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon natural gelling agent

Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (natural)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (natural)
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup plant-based dairy (milk alternative)
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Instructions

Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel and dice the apples into small pieces. In a saucepan, combine the apples with natural brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and water. Cook gently over medium heat until the apples are soft but retain some texture. Stir in the natural gelling agent until the mixture thickens nicely. Set aside to cool.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. These dry ingredients ensure the bread rises evenly and develops a soft crumb.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, blend plant-based dairy, vegetable oil, sugar, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and vanilla extract (natural). Mix until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful and moist base.
Bring Batter Together: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. The batter should be thick but smooth.
Assemble and Swirl: Pour half of the batter into a greased loaf pan. Spoon half of the cooled apple filling over the batter. Add the remaining batter on top and gently swirl the filling through the batter with a knife or skewer to create the signature apple fritter pattern.
Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The bread will have a golden crust and fill your kitchen with an inviting apple-cinnamon aroma.
Cool and Enjoy: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to firm up. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best taste and texture.

Notes

Use crisp, tart fresh apples for bright flavor and ideal texture.
Spoon and level the flour when measuring to avoid dense bread.
Do not skip the apple cider vinegar; it activates the baking powder for a lighter loaf.
Swirl the filling gently to create beautiful ribbons without mixing it fully into the batter.
Check your oven temperature with a thermometer for even baking results.
Optional variations: Add chopped walnuts or pecans, mix in raisins or dried cranberries, or incorporate ground ginger or cardamom for a spiced twist.
For a vegan version, ensure all ingredients, including plant-based dairy and oil, are plant-based.
Add a dusting of natural powdered sugar or drizzle with natural maple syrup glaze before serving.
Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze slices up to 2 months.
Warm slices gently in the microwave or toast lightly before serving to refresh flavors.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 220
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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