Apple Fritter Sourdough Discard Loaf
This Apple Fritter Discard Loaf is soft, moist, and packed with warm cinnamon apples in every bite. Inspired by classic apple fritter donuts, this version turns sourdough discard into a sliceable, cozy loaf with a sweet glaze on top.
It’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting afternoon snack with coffee or tea.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ♻️ Uses sourdough discard (no waste baking)
- 🍎 Loaded with soft cinnamon apples
- 🍰 Moist and tender crumb
- 🌀 Beautiful cinnamon swirl layers
- 🍯 Sweet glaze on top
- ☕ Perfect for breakfast or dessert
🧾 Ingredients
🍞 For the Loaf Batter
- ½ cup (120 g) sourdough discard
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
🍎 Apple Filling
- 2 medium apples (peeled, diced small)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
🍯 Cinnamon Swirl
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
✨ Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk or cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. 🍎 Prepare Apple Filling
Mix diced apples with:
- brown sugar
- cinnamon
Set aside so apples release natural juices and soften slightly.
2. 🧁 Make the Batter
In a large bowl, cream together:
- butter
- sugar
Add:
- eggs (one at a time)
- sour cream
- vanilla
- sourdough discard
Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. 🌾 Add Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk:
- flour
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture gently.
⚠️ Do not overmix—this keeps loaf soft and tender.
4. 🧑🍳 Layer the Loaf
Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Layer like this:
- Half batter
- Half apples
- Half cinnamon swirl
- Remaining batter
- Remaining apples
- Remaining swirl
Use a knife to lightly swirl for a marbled effect.
5. 🔥 Bake
Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 50–60 minutes.
👉 Done when:
- toothpick comes out clean (slightly moist crumbs ok)
- top is golden brown
If browning too fast, cover loosely with foil.
6. 🍯 Add Glaze
Let loaf cool for 20 minutes, then mix glaze and drizzle over top.
Slice and serve.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
- Don’t overmix batter (keeps loaf soft)
- Slightly tart apples balance sweetness well
- Let loaf cool before slicing for clean cuts
- Add chopped nuts for extra crunch
🍽️ Serving Ideas
This loaf is perfect for:
- 🍞 Breakfast slices with butter
- ☕ Coffee or tea pairing
- 🍨 Dessert with vanilla ice cream
- 🎁 Homemade gift loaf
- 🍎 Warm snack straight from oven
🧊 Storage
- Room temp: 2–3 days
- Fridge: up to 1 week
- Freezer: up to 2 months (wrap tightly)
📊 Nutrition (Approx. per slice)
- Calories: ~240
- Carbs: 35 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fiber: 2 g
🏁 Final Thoughts
This Apple Fritter Sourdough Discard Loaf turns simple pantry ingredients into something truly comforting. It’s soft, cinnamon-swirled, and full of juicy apple flavor with just the right hint of sourdough tang.
Every slice tastes like a warm bakery apple fritter—just easier, cleaner, and perfect for sharing. 🍎✨
