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Apple Cinnamon Bread

This homemade apple cinnamon bread is a delightful treat filled with warm flavors of fall, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or 2%)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 medium apples e.g., Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, freshly peeled and diced

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and dice about 2 medium apples into small pieces. Toss them with a teaspoon of flour.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  6. Fold in the diced apples gently.
Baking
  1. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon if desired.
  3. Bake for 50–60 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove and let cool on a wire rack for another 30–45 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with butter or cream cheese.

Notes

Make sure your apples are fresh for the best flavor. Don't overmix the batter; this keeps the bread light and fluffy. You can add nuts for extra crunch. Variations include adding raisins or swapping some flour for whole wheat.