Description
This delicious apple bread recipe is a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Loaded with fresh apples and warm spices, it’s a moist and flavorful loaf that will fill your home with the cozy scents of fall.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and fold in the apples and nuts. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake: Bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a sweeter loaf, use sweeter apple varieties like Fuji or Gala.
- This bread freezes well—wrap tightly and store for up to 3 months.
- Serve with a smear of butter or cream cheese for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
