Description
This moist and flavorful Cinnamon Apple Bread combines tender chunks of peeled apples with warm cinnamon spices, creating a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. The bread is layered with cinnamon sugar to infuse every bite with a gentle sweetness and fragrant aroma. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, it’s a comforting classic that serves 8.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 cups apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (2 tablespoons sugar + 2 teaspoons cinnamon)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to ensure the bread does not stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure the mixtures are well combined and evenly distributed.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture turns light in color and fluffy in texture.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to maintain a smooth batter. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract to combine.
- Combine and Fold: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing. Gently fold in the peeled and chopped apples to distribute throughout the batter.
- Layer and Bake: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar evenly over the batter. Add the remaining batter on top and finish by sprinkling the rest of the cinnamon sugar on the surface.
- Bake and Cool: Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure apples are peeled and chopped uniformly for even baking and texture.
- Use room-temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, the bread is done.
- For extra moisture, serve slices with a light spread of butter or cream cheese.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
