Apple Pie Bread is a delightful and delicious variation of traditional bread that incorporates the flavors of apple pie. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (use a variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
For the streusel topping:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples, nuts (if using), and raisins or dried cranberries (if using).
- In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel topping over the batter. Repeat with the remaining batter and streusel.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the apple pie bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice and enjoy your delicious Apple Pie Bread!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite spices or toppings. Enjoy the comforting flavors of apple pie in a convenient and tasty bread form!
