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Apple Bread with Cinnamon Swirl

Apple Bread with Cinnamon Swirl
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Apple Bread with Cinnamon Swirl is a cozy fall treat bursting with warm spices and sweet apple chunks. This moist and tender bread features a delicate cinnamon swirl throughout, combining crisp apples and cinnamon to capture the essence of autumn. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread offers a comforting homemade taste everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or oil/coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 2 cups fresh apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Cinnamon Swirl Mixture

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and finely chop your apples into small, bite-sized pieces to ensure every slice of bread has juicy fruit.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to create the structure and flavor base of the bread.
  3. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with brown sugar until light and fluffy. Then add melted butter (or oil), vanilla extract, and milk, mixing well to combine all the moist elements.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing and keep the batter tender. Carefully fold in the chopped apples last to distribute them evenly.
  5. Create the Cinnamon Swirl: Mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Pour half the batter into a greased loaf pan, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over it, then pour the remaining batter on top. Use a knife or skewer to swirl through the batter gently, creating a cinnamon ribbon inside the bread.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to let the cinnamon swirl set.

Notes

  • Use fresh apples for better moisture and flavor compared to canned or frozen.
  • Don’t overmix the batter; stir just until combined to keep the bread light and fluffy.
  • Swirl cinnamon sugar gently but thoroughly for a pretty marbled effect without blending it completely.
  • Check baking time early since oven temperatures vary; start checking 10 minutes before the end.
  • Allow the bread to cool fully before slicing to retain moisture and ensure clean slices.

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Keywords: apple bread, cinnamon swirl, fall recipe, moist bread, quick bread, autumn dessert, gluten-free option

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