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Warm Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread

Warm Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread for Cozy Moments

Warm Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Bread is a comforting recipe filled with tart Granny Smith apples and fragrant spices, perfect for cozy moments.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups Granny Smith apples chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar for topping
For Serving
  • to taste butter or honey
  • to taste cream cheese glaze optional

Equipment

  • 9×5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with sour cream. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in apples and nuts until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use softened butter for easier mixing. Stick with Granny Smith apples for best results.

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