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Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread Recipe

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4.9 from 56 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Savor the warm flavors of fall with this delicious Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread recipe. This moist and tender loaf is packed with fresh apples and swirls of cinnamon sugar, making it the perfect treat for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack. Simple to make and incredibly satisfying, this bread is sure to become a family favorite that fills your kitchen with delightful aromas.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup diced apples (peeled)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to ensure the bread doesn’t stick during baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon, mixing thoroughly for even distribution.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which will help create a tender bread texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract into the creamed butter mixture, mixing well to fully incorporate.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the bread.
  6. Fold in Apples and Nuts: Gently fold in the peeled and diced apples and optional chopped nuts to add moisture and crunch.
  7. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon; this will create the flavorful cinnamon swirl.
  8. Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the batter into the greased loaf pan, then sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over it. Pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture, creating a beautiful swirl effect during baking.
  9. Bake: Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  10. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps it set properly for slicing.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts or pecans for the optional nuts to suit your preference.
  • Make sure apples are peeled and diced evenly for consistent texture.
  • If you prefer a sweeter bread, you can increase the brown sugar in the cinnamon swirl slightly.
  • Check the bread at 45 minutes for doneness as oven temperatures may vary.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Baking & Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread, apple bread recipe, cinnamon bread, baked apple bread, fall recipes, sweet bread, breakfast bread

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