Description

Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread is a cozy and comforting quick bread that combines the warm spice of cinnamon with tender chunks of fresh apples. This moist and tender bread offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. Easy to prepare and filled with inviting aromas, it delights with every bite throughout the year.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

2 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk or buttermilk

Fruits

1 1/2 cups fresh apples, peeled and diced

Cinnamon Swirl

1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil (or melted butter), vanilla extract, and milk or buttermilk until smooth and fully combined.
Fold in the apples: Gently fold the peeled and diced apples into the wet mixture, distributing them evenly without over-mixing to keep the bread tender.
Combine wet and dry mixtures: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring carefully until just combined, taking care not to overmix to avoid a dense crumb.
Prepare the cinnamon swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon that will be used for the swirl layer.
Layer and swirl: Pour half of the batter into a greased loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly on top. Add the remaining batter, then finish with the rest of the cinnamon sugar. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter to create a beautiful pattern.
Bake: Place the loaf pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool before slicing: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use tart apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of sweetness and tartness.
Mix ingredients only until just combined to avoid a tough, dense bread.
Use room temperature eggs and milk for better ingredient incorporation.
Check for doneness with a toothpick to prevent under or over baking.
Adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar in the swirl to make the spice flavor more pronounced if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/12 of loaf)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

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