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Moist Apple Bread Recipe

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This Moist Apple Bread is a deliciously spiced and tender loaf packed with fresh chopped apples and swirls of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this comforting bread combines warm cinnamon notes with the natural sweetness of apples for a rich and flavorful treat.

Ingredients

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For the Batter

  • 1 cup Brown Sugar (Substitute with coconut sugar for a richer flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (Feel free to adjust the amount)
  • 2 large Eggs (room temperature; use flax eggs for a vegan version)
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar (Reduce for a lighter loaf if desired)
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted; use plant-based butter for a dairy-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Vanilla bean paste or almond extract can be delightful alternatives)
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Gluten-free flour blends can be used)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (Check for freshness)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Swap in sea salt or kosher salt if desired)
  • 2 cups Chopped Apples (Use baking apples like Pink Lady or Honeycrisp)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Make cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until combined to create the cinnamon sugar mixture for swirling.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined. Stir in melted butter and vanilla extract to blend evenly.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: Carefully incorporate the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing the batter.
  5. Add apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without crushing them.
  6. Layer the batter and cinnamon sugar: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Add the remaining batter on top.
  7. Swirl and bake: Using a knife or skewer, swirl the cinnamon sugar mixture through the batter gently for a marbled effect. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool: Allow the apple bread to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle a simple powdered sugar glaze over the cooled bread.
  • You can substitute flax eggs to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
  • Use plant-based butter and gluten-free flour blends to accommodate dietary preferences or restrictions.
  • Feel free to use different varieties of baking apples like Pink Lady or Honeycrisp for varying flavor profiles.
  • Reduce granulated sugar quantity for a less sweet loaf if preferred.
  • This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to one week.

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