Sourdough Apple Fritter Bread.

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

• 1 cup sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
• 1/2 cup milk (warm)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)

For the Fritter Swirl:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk (or more if needed)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the wet ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine your active sourdough starter, warm milk, sugar, vanilla, and eggs. Stir well until everything is fully combined.
3. Prepare the dry ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
   • Fold in the melted butter and diced apples. Make sure the apples are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5. Prepare the cinnamon-sugar swirl:
   • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
6. Layer the batter and cinnamon-sugar:
   • Spoon about a third of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle a portion of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
   • Repeat the layering process (batter, cinnamon-sugar, batter, cinnamon-sugar) until all the batter is in the pan. Swirl the batter with a knife to create a marbled effect.
7. Bake the bread:
   • Place the pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the loaf. You may need to cover the bread with foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking if it starts to get too dark on top.
8. Prepare the glaze:
   • While the bread is cooling, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Add more milk to reach the desired consistency for drizzling.
9. Glaze the bread:
   • Once the bread has cooled slightly (or completely, if you prefer), drizzle the glaze over the top of the loaf.
10. Serve & Enjoy:

• Slice and enjoy the sweet, slightly tangy, and comforting goodness of your Sourdough Apple Fritter Bread!