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Classic Apple Cinnamon Bread Recipe

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4 from 22 reviews

A moist and tender quick bread filled with juicy apple chunks and a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl, making it an ideal treat for cozy fall mornings, holiday brunches, or an afternoon snack paired with coffee or tea.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10–12 slices)

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups apples, peeled and chopped (about 2 medium apples)
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl

  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth base for your bread.
  4. Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, incorporating each fully before adding the next. Then mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to keep the bread tender and moist.
  6. Add Apples and Nuts: Stir in the peeled and chopped apples along with the chopped walnuts or pecans if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar swirl mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and finish by sprinkling the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring the perfect texture before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Best apples to use are Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji as they hold up well during baking without becoming mushy.
  • Store the bread at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate it for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
  • This bread freezes well for up to 3 months when wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and foil, making it convenient to prepare in advance.
  • Author: Martha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert / Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://chefsmeals.com/classic-apple-cinnamon-bread-recipe/