Description
Delight in the warm, aromatic flavors of this homemade Apple Cinnamon Bread, a perfect treat for cozy fall mornings or afternoon snacks. Packed with fresh diced apples and a hint of cinnamon, this bread offers a comforting texture and irresistible taste that embodies the essence of fall baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 cups of diced apples (preferably tart like Granny Smith)
- Optional: 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and prepare all ingredients, peeling and dicing the apples.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture, combining until just blended. Fold in diced apples and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 60–70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter bread, sprinkle brown sugar or drizzle caramel sauce before baking.
- Choose different apple varieties for varied flavor profiles.
- Add a swirl of cream cheese in the center before baking for a creamy surprise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg