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Cinnamon Apple Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Apple Bread is a moist, flavorful quick bread perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Loaded with tender chunks of apple and swirled with cinnamon sugar, it is topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze that adds the perfect finishing touch. Easy to make and baked to golden perfection, this bread combines warm spices and fresh fruit in every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1–1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Batter Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk

Apple Mixture

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1–1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and chopped into small pieces

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and line a loaf pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan to prevent the bread from sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside for later use.
  3. Beat butter and sugar: Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth and pale, about 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Add eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated into the mixture.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients: With the mixer on low speed, alternate adding half of the flour mixture and half of the milk to the butter mixture. Repeat with the remaining flour and milk until just combined.
  6. Prepare the apple mixture: In a separate bowl, mix the chopped apples with brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside this flavorful apple mixture.
  7. Make the topping: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon that will be used as a topping later. Set aside.
  8. Pour batter into loaf pan and add filling: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread half of the apple mixture evenly over the batter. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl through the batter to create a marbled effect – be careful not to over mix.
  9. Top with remaining batter and apple mixture: Pour the remaining batter on top, then add the remaining apple mixture. Swirl gently again a few times to create layers, then sprinkle the prepared cinnamon sugar topping evenly over the top.
  10. Bake the bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, due to the apples.
  11. Make the glaze: While the bread cools in the pan for 15 to 20 minutes, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, ground cinnamon, and water in a small bowl to make the glaze.
  12. Cool and glaze the bread: Remove the bread from the pan and place it on a cooling rack. Drizzle the cinnamon glaze over the warm bread and allow it to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Do not over mix the batter once the flour and milk are added to keep the bread tender.
  • Peeling the apple helps ensure a smooth texture and prevents tough bits in the bread.
  • The swirling of the apple mixture into the batter creates a beautiful marbled effect and enhances flavor distribution.
  • Allow the bread to cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off entirely.
  • Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: Cinnamon Apple Bread, Quick Bread, Cinnamon Sugar Swirl, Apple Bread, Sweet Bread, Breakfast Bread

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