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Apple Bread

Moist Apple Bread with Cinnamon Swirl - Fall’s Cozy Delight

This Moist Apple Bread captures the essence of fall with its delightful aroma and flavor, making it a must-try treat for any occasion. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Try using nutmeg or allspice for variation.
  • 2 Large Eggs Can replace with flax eggs for vegan version.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced or replaced with a sugar alternative.
  • ½ cup Butter, melted Use coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Important for texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Works with acid to leaven the bread.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 cups Chopped Apples Use tart apples like Pink Lady or Honeycrisp.
For the Swirl Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Ground Cinnamon Ensure freshness.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Can be omitted for a less sweet finish.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8 x 5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of brown sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Stir in 1/2 cup of melted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add 1 ½ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in 2 cups of chopped apples until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon sugar mixture over it, and top with the remaining batter.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Once baked, cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For added texture, fold in 1/2 cup of chopped nuts. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for optimal freshness.

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