Apple Bread
A moist and flavorful quick bread made with fresh shredded apples, spices, and optional nuts or dried fruits to create a comforting baked treat.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls:
- Loaf Pan
- Box grater
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded fresh apple about 4 large peeled apples, such as Granny Smith, Haralson, or Honeycrisp
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped roasted pecans or walnuts optional
- 1 cup raisins, craisins, or chopped dates
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour your loaf pans.
- Shred the apples using a box grater, then mix them with sugar and let sit for about 15 minutes to draw out juices.
- After 15 minutes, add vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the apple mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- If using, fold in nuts and dried fruit at this point.
- In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the apple mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for about 55 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; can also freeze for up to 3 months.