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Apple Bread Recipe

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This moist and flavorful Apple Bread combines the sweetness of apples with warm cinnamon spices, creating a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Made with simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection, it’s an easy-to-make loaf that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 2 cups chopped apples (Pink Lady, Gala, Honeycrisp – peeled and chopped, about 2 apples)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8 x 5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. Set aside to keep ready for batter.
  2. Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside to use later for layering within the batter.
  3. Combine Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring a good balance of sweetness and structure for the bread.
  4. Add Butter and Vanilla: Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract into the egg mixture until smooth, incorporating richness and flavor.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined; the batter will be thick, so avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  6. Fold in Apples: Gently fold the chopped peeled apples into the batter to distribute them evenly and add juicy texture throughout the bread.
  7. Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle about three-quarters of the cinnamon sugar mixture over this first layer of batter.
  8. Add Remaining Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Carefully spread the remaining batter on top of the cinnamon sugar layer. Then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top and use a knife or spoon to gently swirl the sugar into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
  9. Bake the Bread: Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If the bread begins to brown too fast, tent it loosely with foil for the last 10 to 15 minutes to prevent burning.
  10. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan before slicing. This helps the bread set perfectly and makes slicing easier.

Notes

  • You can substitute the apples with other mild-tasting apples like Fuji or Braeburn if preferred.
  • Make sure apples are peeled and chopped to avoid excess moisture in the bread.
  • Room temperature eggs help blend ingredients more smoothly.
  • Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For a richer flavor, consider adding a handful of chopped nuts or raisins to the batter.

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