Cozy up with the warm, comforting flavors of this Cinnamon Apple Bread! Bursting with chunks of fresh apples and swirls of cinnamon, this moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or dessert. Made with simple ingredients and a touch of love, it’s an easy recipe that fills your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of fall. Whether serving it fresh out of the oven or toasted with a smear of butter, this bread will become a family favorite.
Ingredients
For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk or your choice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (use Honeycrisp apples for best results.)
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Glaze (Optional but delicious!):
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Batter:
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the diced apples.
- Make the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon.
- Assemble the Bread:
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
- Add the remaining batter on top and finish with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
- Use a butter knife to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter for a marbled effect.
- Bake:
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Glaze (Optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve your delicious apple bread! Its perfect on its own or paired with butter or cream cheese.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji to balance sweetness and tartness.
- You can add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for extra texture.
- This bread freezes well. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
