Apple Pie Bread is a delicious, moist loaf that combines the warm flavors of apple pie with the comforting texture of homemade bread. It’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack with a cup of coffee or tea.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 🍞 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🍯 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🍦 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🍎 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🌿 1 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🍏 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 🍏 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- 🍯 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🌰 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Topping:
- 🍚 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 🌰 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
📝 Directions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- 🔥 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Bread Batter:
- 🍞 Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup of sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- 🍏 Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 🥣 Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream (or Greek yogurt). Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- 🍎 Fold in the Apples: Gently fold the diced apples into the batter.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:
- 🌰 Make the Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
4. Assemble the Bread:
- 🍞 Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining batter, spreading it evenly.
5. Add the Topping:
- 🍚 Make the Topping: Mix together 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the bread.
6. Bake the Bread:
- 🔥 Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
- ❄️ Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 🍽️ Slice and Serve: Once cooled, slice the bread and enjoy it plain, with a spread of butter, or even with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra treat.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your warm and flavorful Apple Pie Bread, perfect for a cozy breakfast or dessert!
⏱ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 50-60 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 8-10 slices
🔥 Calories: 250 kcal per slice
💡 Notes:
- For a little crunch, you can add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting Apple Pie Bread! 🍎✨