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Cinnamon Apple Bread Recipe

Cinnamon Apple Bread Recipe
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This Cinnamon Apple Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread that combines tender chunks of cinnamon-sugar coated apples with a spiced cinnamon batter. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this loaf offers a delightful balance of sweet and warm cinnamon flavors with a tender crumb and a slightly crunchy topping.

Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Apple Mixture

  • 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well), peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prep your pan and oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan thoroughly with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the apples: Peel and dice the apples into small ½-inch pieces. Toss them in a bowl with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon until evenly coated. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and salt. This ensures even distribution of leavening and spices.
  4. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together 1 cup granulated sugar, vegetable oil (or melted butter), eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are normal and help keep the bread tender.
  6. Fold in apples: Gently fold in the cinnamon-sugar coated apples into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up.
  7. Pour batter and add topping: Pour the prepared batter into the greased loaf pan. Mix 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon together and sprinkle evenly over the top for a sweet, crunchy finish.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-65 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith or sweet options like Honeycrisp for the best flavor balance.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and moist.
  • For a dairy-free version, use vegetable oil and plant-based milk.
  • This bread stores well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
  • Optional: Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

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Keywords: Cinnamon Apple Bread, Quick Bread, Apple Recipe, Cinnamon Bread, Breakfast Bread, Snack Bread

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