Apple Cinnamon Bread
A cozy and delightful bread filled with the warm flavors of cinnamon and tart apples, perfect for chilly mornings or as an afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled, chopped Granny Smith apples
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy—about 5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the apples.
- Fold in the apple chunks and walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for approximately 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
This recipe is adaptable; feel free to try different spices or add-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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