Here’s a delicious recipe for Moist Apple Cinnamon Loaf Bread:
Ingredients:
For the bread:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- 1 1/2 cups apples, peeled and chopped (about 2 medium apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the cinnamon swirl:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the butter and sugar:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using an electric mixer.
4. Add eggs and vanilla:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine dry ingredients and sour cream:
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and sour cream to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Add apples and nuts:
Gently fold in the chopped apples and nuts (if using).
7. Make the cinnamon swirl:
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
8. Layer the batter:
Spoon half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter. Add the remaining batter and sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
9. Swirl the cinnamon:
Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter to create a marbled effect.
10. Bake:
Bake the loaf for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, cover the loaf loosely with foil and continue baking.
11. Cool:
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Enjoy!
Slice and enjoy your moist and flavorful Apple Cinnamon Loaf Bread!
This loaf is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even as a dessert. The apple pieces keep it moist, while the cinnamon swirl gives it that extra burst of flavor.
