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The Best Apple Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 21 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This delicious apple bread recipe combines tart and sweet flavors with a tender crumb. Featuring finely chopped apples folded into a cinnamon-sugar spiced batter, topped with a buttery cinnamon-sugar drizzle, this bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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For apples/topping

  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 Tablespoons butter, melted (salted or unsalted)

For apple bread

  • 1 1/2 cups (215 g) finely chopped apples, peeled & cored (about 2 apples)
  • 2 1/3 cups (290 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup (170 g) sour cream
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5-inch bread pan with a parchment paper sling or lightly grease it with baking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the cinnamon sugar topping: In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside. Take 1 ½ tablespoons of this cinnamon sugar mixture and toss it with the finely chopped apples in another bowl. Set the coated apples aside for later use.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, remaining granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, sour cream, whole milk, lightly beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently fold the batter until mostly combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Add apples: Fold the cinnamon-coated chopped apples into the batter until fully incorporated.
  7. Prepare for baking: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bread pan.
  8. Add topping: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle it evenly over the top of the batter. Then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture over the top for a sweet and spicy crust.
  9. Bake the bread: Place the bread pan on a foil- or parchment-lined baking sheet to catch any butter drippings and place it on the center rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 65-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for at least an hour before carefully transferring it to a wire cooling rack. Slice and enjoy once fully cooled.

Notes

  • Apples: Use firm and tart apples like Granny Smith or Gala for the best texture and flavor contrast.
  • Storing: Wrap the apple bread tightly or store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 352
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 352mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 74mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/the-best-apple-bread-recipe/