This hearty, rustic bread is packed with the warm flavors of fall. It’s perfect for a cozy breakfast or a comforting snack. The apple fritter filling adds a sweet and tangy twist to this classic bread.
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 1 cup warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 ½ cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 large egg, beaten
For the Apple Fritter Filling:
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 large apples)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions:
Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until foamy.
- Add the flour, salt, melted butter, and beaten egg to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 1 hours, or until doubled in size. 2 1. blackfoodie.com blackfoodie.com 2. mrbreadmaker.com mrbreadmaker.com
Prepare the Apple Fritter Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss to coat.
Assemble and Bake:
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a 12×16-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the apple fritter filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Roll up the dough tightly, starting from the long side. Pinch the seam to seal.
- Cut the rolled-up dough into 1-inch slices.
- Place the slices on a greased baking sheet, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the apple fritter bread for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy your warm and delicious Country Apple Fritter Bread!