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Apple Cinnamon Bread Recipe

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This homemade Apple Cinnamon Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread filled with tender diced Granny Smith apples and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The bread features a beautiful cinnamon-sugar swirl throughout and is topped with a smooth vanilla glaze for a perfect balance of sweetness. Baked to golden perfection, this bread is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack with tea or coffee.

Ingredients

For the Bread

  • 1½ cups Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup milk

Cinnamon Swirl

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Vanilla Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan and Oven: Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set this mixture aside for later incorporation.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes, ensuring good aeration for a tender bread.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract to infuse the batter with flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately mix half of the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, followed by the sour cream and milk to keep the batter moist. Then add the remaining dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
  6. Fold in Apples: Gently fold the peeled and diced Granny Smith apples into the batter, distributing them evenly without breaking them down.
  7. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon to make the cinnamon-sugar swirl that will add a flavorful layer inside the bread.
  8. Layer Batter and Swirl: Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over this layer. Then, spread the remaining batter on top and use a butter knife to gently swirl the layers together, creating a marbled cinnamon effect.
  9. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes. Start checking doneness around 55 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with minimal crumbs.
  10. Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully lift it out using the parchment paper overhang and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring optimal texture before glazing.
  11. Make the Vanilla Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
  12. Glaze the Bread: Drizzle the vanilla glaze evenly over the cooled bread. Let it set slightly before slicing and serving to enhance the flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure the eggs are at room temperature before mixing.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the dry ingredients to keep the bread tender.
  • The swirl effect can be personalized by adding more or less cinnamon sugar according to taste.
  • Use parchment paper with an overhang to easily lift the bread out of the pan without damage.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
  • Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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