Salted Caramel Apple Fritter (Printer View)

Moist loaf with apples and cinnamon, topped with salted caramel glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert.

# What you'll need:

→ Apple Mixture

01 - 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp preferred)
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Cinnamon Swirl

04 - 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Loaf Batter

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
08 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
09 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
10 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
11 - 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/2 cup whole milk

→ Salted Caramel Glaze

14 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
16 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
17 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, toss diced apples with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
03 - Mix packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl. Set aside.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly, then incorporate vanilla extract.
05 - Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Alternately add dry mixture and milk to the creamed butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
06 - Spread half of the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Distribute half of the apple mixture atop, followed by half the cinnamon swirl mixture. Repeat layering with remaining batter, apples, and swirl.
07 - Use a butter knife to gently swirl the batters and fillings together.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt granulated sugar, swirling occasionally, until it becomes amber in color. Add unsalted butter and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in heavy cream; mixture will bubble. Remove from heat, stir in flaky sea salt, and let cool slightly.
11 - Drizzle cooled loaf with salted caramel glaze before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines tender apples and warm cinnamon for comforting flavors
  • A salted caramel drizzle brings a decadent finish to every slice
02 -
  • The loaf contains eggs, milk/dairy, and wheat (gluten)
  • Add nuts for crunch, but always check for potential allergens
03 -
  • Let the loaf cool completely before glazing for best texture
  • Use tart apples for balanced flavor and avoid sogginess

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