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Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Swirl Apple Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat. A tender batter is layered with sweet cinnamon sugar and chopped apples, creating a delightful swirl of warm spice and fruity goodness. Finished with a simple powdered sugar glaze, this easy-to-make bread offers the comforting tastes of apple pie in a convenient handheld form.

Ingredients

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Bread Batter

  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 apples, peeled and chopped

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl

  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • Powdered sugar (quantity to whisk as preferred for glaze)
  • Milk (quantity to whisk as preferred for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Make Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Set this mixture aside to create the sweet swirl later.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the white sugar and softened butter together until the mixture is creamy and smooth. This creates a light base for the bread.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully blended. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients and Alternate Mixing: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour and baking powder together. Add this dry mixture alternately with the milk to the creamed butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  6. Layer Batter, Apples, and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle half of the chopped apples on top, then sprinkle with half of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Repeat the layering with the remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon sugar to create a delicious swirl effect throughout the bread.
  7. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the bread is fully baked.
  8. Cool the Bread: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps the texture set properly.
  9. Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar with a small amount of milk until you reach a smooth, drizzle-able consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the completely cooled bread to add a sweet finishing touch.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Slice and enjoy this delicious cinnamon swirl apple bread as a comforting snack or breakfast treat.

Notes

  • For a stronger apple flavor and texture, use tart apples such as Granny Smith.
  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
  • Adjust glaze thickness by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or more milk to thin.
  • Store bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This bread can also be frozen wrapped tightly for up to 3 months; thaw before glazing.

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