Description
Indulge in the cozy warmth of homemade Apple Bread, a delightful treat that perfectly blends sweet apples and aromatic cinnamon. This easy recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether enjoyed fresh at breakfast, as a snack, or served warm with ice cream for dessert. Its versatility shines through in the ability to customize ingredients according to your dietary preferences, making it a beloved staple in any kitchen. Plus, leftovers can be easily frozen for a quick sweet craving later on. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this heartwarming loaf that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely diced apple
- 2 cups flour (spelt, white, or oat)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk (of choice)
- 3 1/2 tbsp oil (or applesauce)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and sugar.
- In another bowl, combine diced apples, milk, oil (or applesauce), and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
- Transfer batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for approximately 50 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 133mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use firm apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best results. Consider adding nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture variations. For an indulgent twist, top with icing or serve warm with vanilla ice cream.