The Best Apple Bread Recipe of All Time

Apple bread is a delightful and aromatic treat that combines the sweet, tart flavor of apples with the comforting texture of homemade bread. This recipe is truly the best of its kind, featuring a tender crumb, bursts of apple goodness, and a hint of spice. Whether you’re enjoying it as a breakfast treat, a snack, or a dessert, this apple bread is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Equipment:

• Oven
• Loaf pan (8×4 inches)
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Knife
• Apple peeler (optional)
• Cooling rack

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) or raisins

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
   • Stir in the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Combine the Mixtures:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
   • Fold in the diced apples and optional nuts or raisins.
5. Transfer and Top:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
   • In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter.
6. Bake the Bread:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil.
7. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Slice and enjoy as is, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese.

Tips:

• Use firm, crisp apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji for the best texture and flavor.
• For added flavor, consider mixing a handful of raisins or chopped nuts into the batter.
• To keep the bread moist, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap once it has cooled and store at room temperature for up to 4 days.

This apple bread recipe stands out as the best due to its perfect balance of sweet and spice, along with its moist, tender crumb. The chunks of apple add a delightful burst of flavor in every bite, while the cinnamon sugar topping provides a delicious, slightly crisp crust. Ideal for any occasion, this apple bread will fill your home with an irresistible aroma and make every slice a cherished treat. Enjoy!

Apple bread

Apple bread is a delightful and aromatic treat that combines the sweet, tart flavor of apples with the comforting texture of homemade bread.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Bread:
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples about 2 medium apples
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans or raisins
• For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Equipment

• Oven
• Loaf pan (8x4 inches)
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Knife
• Apple peeler (optional)
• Cooling rack

Method

 

1. Preheat the Oven:
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
3. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
5. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
6. In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
7. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
8. Stir in the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and vanilla extract until smooth.
9. Combine the Mixtures:
10. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
11. Fold in the diced apples and optional nuts or raisins.
12. Transfer and Top:
13. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
14. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter.
15. Bake the Bread:
16. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
17. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil.
18. Cool and Serve:
19. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
20. Slice and enjoy as is, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese.

Notes

Use firm, crisp apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji for the best texture and flavor.