Description
This Perfect Apple Bread Recipe stays incredibly moist for days, combining fresh apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg for a comforting fall treat. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this apple bread is your new go-to for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Gala)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
- In a large bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined—avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.
- Gently fold in diced apples, and optional nuts or dried fruit. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best texture. Substitute half the sugar with unsweetened applesauce for reduced calories. For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter. Bread stays moist for up to 5 days when stored properly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 285mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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