Baked Apple Fritter Cake with Beer Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, letting the ends extend up the sides.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Add the chopped apples and beer, then mix just until blended (do not overmix; the batter will be thick). Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.

3. 3

   Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Immediately remove the cake from the pan using the parchment paper, then brush all sides with the melted butter. Allow the cake to cool completely.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, 3-5 tablespoons of milk, and the vanilla extract. Spread or drizzle the icing over the cooled cake.