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Moist Apple Cinnamon Bread with Brown Sugar Swirl

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Make this incredibly moist apple cinnamon bread, featuring tender apples and a rich brown sugar swirl. This quick bread is perfect for a cozy breakfast, snack, or a satisfying homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, plus 1/4 cup for swirl
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups peeled and finely chopped Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • For the Swirl: 1/4 cup packed brown sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix only until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped apples and nuts, if using.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon swirl mixture evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining batter.
  8. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the top layer for a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve this best apple bread for fall treat.

Notes

  • For the moistest results, use slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • If you prefer an apple fritter bread recipe feel, you can top the cooled loaf with a simple powdered sugar glaze made from 1 cup powdered sugar mixed with 2-3 tablespoons of milk.
  • This quick bread recipe keeps well stored tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to three days.

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