Sourdough Apple Fritter Bread Recipe

Here’s a delicious, Sourdough Apple Fritter Bread recipe—soft, slightly tangy, with sweet apple-cinnamon goodness baked right in. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack.

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Ingredients

For the Dough

• 1 cup (240 g) active sourdough starter (100% hydration, fed)

• 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk, warmed

• 2 1/2 cups (310 g) all-purpose flour

• 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 large egg

• 3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter, softened

For the Filling

• 1 cup (120 g) peeled and chopped apples (about 1 medium apple)

• 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tbsp (15 g) butter, melted

For the Glaze

• 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp milk

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Make the Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine the sourdough starter, warmed milk, and egg.

2. Mix in the sugar, salt, and cinnamon.

3. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a sticky dough forms.

4. Knead in the softened butter until smooth and elastic, about 8–10 minutes by hand (or 5–6 minutes with a stand mixer).

5. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise at room temperature for 4–6 hours, or until doubled in size.

2. Prepare the Filling

1. In a small bowl, toss chopped apples with sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Bread

1. Roll the dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface (about 12×8 inches).

2. Spread the apple filling evenly over the dough.

3. Roll the dough tightly from the long side, pinching the seam to seal.

4. Place the roll seam-side down in a greased loaf pan.

4. Second Rise

1. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel.

2. Let rise 1–2 hours at room temperature, until puffy.

5. Bake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Bake for 35–45 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through (a skewer inserted in the center should come out clean).

3. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

6. Glaze

1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

2. Drizzle over the cooled bread.

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Tips

• For extra “fritter” flavor, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts into the apple filling.

• Slightly caramelizing the apples before rolling gives a deeper flavor.

• Serve warm with a pat of butter or extra glaze for a bakery-style treat.

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If you want, I can also give a “quick overnight version” so your sourdough apple fritter bread develops extra tang and flavor while you sleep. It makes slicing and serving the next morning super easy.

Do you want that overnight version too?