Delicious Apple Bread with Cinnamon and Fresh Chopped Apples Recipe
This moist and flavorful Apple Bread combines the natural sweetness of chopped apples with warm cinnamon and a tender crumb, making it the perfect treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Rich with buttery notes and a hint of vanilla, this bread is both comforting and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 2 cups chopped apples (Pink Lady, Gala, Honeycrisp – peeled and chopped, about 2 apples)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, whisking to blend smoothly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or spoon just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to ensure the bread stays tender.
- Add Apples: Fold in the chopped peeled apples evenly into the batter, distributing them throughout the mixture.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy as a delicious breakfast or snack.
Notes
- Use firm, crisp apples like Pink Lady, Gala, or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure the eggs are at room temperature to help create a smooth batter.
- For added texture, consider mixing in ½ cup chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier variation, but it may alter the texture slightly.
- Store the apple bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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