Description

This moist and flavorful Apple Bread is a perfect treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Made with finely diced apples, warm cinnamon, and vanilla, it offers a comforting taste of fall in every bite. The recipe is simple, quick to prepare, and can be customized with your choice of flour and milk. It bakes into a tender loaf that’s delicious on its own or topped with your favorite glaze or icing.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups flour (spelt, white, or oat)
2 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 cup sugar

Wet Ingredients

2 cups finely diced apple
1 cup milk (of choice)
3 1/2 tbsp oil (or applesauce)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Dry Mix: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, thoroughly stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
Prepare Wet Ingredients and Batter: Add the finely diced apples, milk, oil (or applesauce), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until you form a smooth batter, making sure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Optional Cinnamon Swirl: For a cinnamon swirl, mix 1/2 tsp cinnamon into 2 tbsp of milk and swirl this mixture into the batter right before baking to create a marbled effect.
Transfer to Pan and Bake: Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan, then pour the batter in evenly, smoothing the top. Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Cool and Serve: Let the apple bread cool in the pan. For best flavor and texture, cover the loaf with a cloth and allow it to rest overnight before serving. Leftover slices can be frozen for later enjoyment.
Optional Topping: If desired, frost the cooled loaf with a favorite icing or a simple glaze to add extra sweetness and moisture.

Notes

You can use spelt, white, or oat flour depending on preference or dietary needs.
Oil can be substituted with applesauce to reduce fat content and add moisture.
Resting the bread overnight enhances the flavor and improves texture.
Store leftover slices wrapped tightly in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To make a cinnamon swirl, mix cinnamon with a small amount of milk and gently swirl into the batter before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple bread, cinnamon apple bread, easy apple loaf, homemade bread, fall recipes, breakfast bread, fruit bread