Description
This delightful Apple Bread Recipe is a moist and flavorful quick bread packed with warm spices and tender apple chunks. Topped with a luscious apple cider glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, chopped and peeled (about 2 medium apples)
Apple Cider Glaze
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 6 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper, also greasing the parchment for easy release.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk 4 large eggs, 1 cup oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter will be very thick.
- Add Apples: Gently fold the chopped and peeled apples into the batter evenly, then transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake the Bread: Bake the bread for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Apple Cider Glaze: While the bread cools, bring 1/2 cup apple cider to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until the cider has reduced by half.
- Finish Glaze and Drizzle: Remove the reduced cider from heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon salted butter, 6 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the warm glaze evenly over the cooled apple bread.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Fuji for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure the eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- The glaze can be stored separately and added just before serving to maintain bread texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/12th of loaf)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
