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Apple Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf filled with tender apple chunks and warm spices. Easy to make and perfect for any time of day, it’s a comforting treat ideal for fall or whenever you have extra apples.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8 slices)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored)
  • 1/4 cup milk or yogurt (optional, for extra moisture)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs with brown sugar, granulated sugar, oil, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Add milk or yogurt if the batter is too thick.
  5. Fold in diced apples and optional nuts or raisins.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best flavor and texture.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking for extra sweetness and crunch.
  • Swap half the flour for whole wheat for a healthier version.
  • Replace part of the oil with applesauce for lower fat content.
  • Batter can be used to make muffins—bake at 350°F for 18–22 minutes.

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