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Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread

Delicious Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread for Cozy Fall Days

This Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread combines tart Granny Smith apples with warm spices, perfect for cozy fall days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Primary spice for flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds earthy sweetness
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Offers aromatic complexity
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened for mixing
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the batter
  • 2 large eggs Binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the flavor
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups fresh Granny Smith apples Chopped, can substitute with Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional for added crunch
  • 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar For topping

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, and then blend in vanilla.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with sour cream; mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped apples and optional nuts gently using a spatula.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle turbinado sugar on top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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