Description
Cinnamon Apple Bread is a warm and inviting treat, perfect for any time of day. This delightful loaf combines the sweet, tender flavors of fresh apples with fragrant cinnamon, creating a comforting aroma that fills your kitchen. The recipe features a wonderfully moist bread swirled with brown sugar and apple filling, topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast option or a delicious dessert, each slice offers a cozy experience that’s great for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1–1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1–1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 large apple (peeled, cored, and chopped into small pieces)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8.5 x 4.5 inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and milk until combined.
- In another bowl, combine chopped apples with light brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Layer half the batter in the prepared pan, followed by half the apple mixture; swirl gently.
- Top with remaining batter and apple mixture; sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar topping.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before glazing with a mixture of confectioners' sugar, cinnamon, and water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg