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Loaf of freshly baked apple cinnamon bread with apple slices and cinnamon sticks
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Apple Cinnamon Bread

Creamy, cozy, and impossibly fragrant — this Apple Cinnamon Bread is the kind of loaf that fills your kitchen with warm, comforting smells and disappears faster than you can slice it.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, Easy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup butter softened (room temperature)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk or almond milk room temperature
  • 2 large apples peeled and chopped small
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–3 tablespoons milk or cream for glaze; adjust to desired consistency

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or line with foil and spray.
  • In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup light brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; set aside.
  • In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder; set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, beat 2/3 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup softened butter until creamy and smooth — about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating briefly after each addition, then mix in 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
  • Stir in the flour mixture a little at a time until combined; don’t overmix.
  • Mix in 1/2 cup milk until the batter is smooth and pourable.
  • Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle half of the chopped apples over the batter, then half the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture.
  • Pour the remaining batter over the first layer and spread gently. Top with the remaining chopped apples and sprinkle the rest of the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture on top.
  • Swirl the top gently with a knife to distribute the cinnamon ribbons through the batter.
  • Bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • For the glaze, whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1–3 tablespoons of milk until you reach a drizzling consistency.
  • Once the loaf has cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top and let it set before slicing.

Notes

Store cooled, sliced bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days. Wrap tightly for freezing.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg