Warm Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread
This delightful loaf is bursting with the sweet and tangy essence of apples, kissed with fragrant spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Fruits and Nuts
- 2 cups finely chopped apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, then set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about three minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mixing
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, starting and ending with the dry mixture.
- Fold in the finely chopped apples and optional nuts until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle turbinado sugar on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For best results, use Granny Smith apples for a balance of tartness and sweetness. Customizable with different nuts or spices.