Description
Homestyle Apple Pie Bread is a cozy, moist quick bread bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and tart apples. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this easy-to-make bread combines tender crumb with a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping for a delightful treat that feels like homemade comfort food.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a tender bread texture.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated. Then mix in the sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and vanilla extract for moisture and richness.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Apples and Nuts: Carefully fold in the chopped apples and optional nuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Prepare the Batter in Pan: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this evenly over the batter for a sweet, spiced crust.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it carefully and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This bread stays moist for several days and is delicious for breakfast or dessert.
- You can double the recipe and freeze one loaf for later enjoyment.
- For extra sweetness, consider adding a simple glaze on top after baking.
