Description

A simple, cozy loaf combining yellow cake mix with apples, cinnamon, and a buttery glaze. Perfect for fall breakfasts, brunches, or dessert cravings, this Amish-inspired recipe delivers homey flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)

2 large eggs

3/4 cup milk

1/2 cup melted butter

2 cups peeled and chopped apples

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

1–2 tablespoons milk or cream (for glaze)

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl whisk together cake mix, eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.

3. Toss chopped apples with 1 tablespoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon dry cake mix in a separate bowl.

4. Pour half the batter into the pan, top with half the apples, then repeat layers with remaining batter and apples.

5. Optional: mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle on top of the loaf.

6. Bake 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

7. Let loaf rest in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over cooled loaf and let set before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: bread
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 10 slices

Keywords: amish apple fritter bread, cake mix bread, apple cinnamon bread, fall sweet breads, homemade apple bread, amish apple bread recipe, dessert recipes apples