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Spiced Apple Bread

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By: The Chunky Chefpublished: 09/16/2020

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This moist Cinnamon Spiced Apple Bread is the perfect quick bread (no yeast!) for Fall. Bursting with pieces of apples and lots of sweet spice in every bite! #apples #cinnamon #bread #quickbread #applecinnamon #applespice #baking #fallbaking
This moist Cinnamon Spiced Apple Bread is the perfect quick bread (no yeast!) for Fall. Bursting with pieces of apples and lots of sweet spice in every bite! #apples #cinnamon #bread #quickbread #applecinnamon #applespice #baking #fallbaking

This moist Cinnamon Spiced Apple Bread is the perfect quick bread (no yeast!) for Fall. Bursting with pieces of apples and lots of sweet spice in every bite!

This Spiced Apple Bread is one of those recipes we love to make and have for breakfast.  We also love easy quick bread recipes like my Classic Banana Bread and Pumpkin Bread.  This is one of my Bread Recipes I know you’ll want to keep on hand!

Loaf of apple cinnamon bread sliced on a cutting board

APPLE BREAD RECIPE

It’s getting to be that time of year… Fall baking season!!  Bring on the cinnamon, the pumpkin, the apples, the caramel… ALL of it!  Can you tell I get just a little excited about this season?

But seriously guys, this apple cinnamon bread is so heavenly.  So moist and dense, with a sweet apple cinnamon flavor.  Sort of like apple pie… in bread form!

I love sweet quick breads, but I’m never entirely sure when they’re supposed to be eaten.  Are they only a dessert thing?  Meant to be enjoyed with a cup of coffee? Breakfast?  But for me personally, it’s all of the above lol.

There are no food rules that apply to quick breads in The Chunky Chef household 🙂

One of the reasons I love this bread so much is that it’s a great way to use up leftover apples. I don’t know about you guys, but my kids will get on a serious apple kick, so I buy a bunch of them.

Then immediately, they’re “so over” apples and I’m stuck with more apples hanging around than I can shake a stick at. Usually I make apple crisp… but after a while you want something different.  Like this yummy bread!

HOW TO MAKE APPLE BREAD

step by step photos of making apple bread

  1. Preheat oven and grease the pan. Lightly greasing the pan ensures the bread will pop right out when it’s time to cool.
  2. Mix wet ingredients. I like to use a hand mixer here, since we’re working with softened butter, which can be difficult to properly mix with a whisk.
  3. Mix dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, spices and leavening agents (baking soda and powder).
  4. Combine the wet and dry. Adding the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet ingredients and gently stirring them together ensures a well mixed, but not OVER mixed batter.
  5. Bake. Bake in preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Sometimes it’ll have a few moist crumbs, and that’s okay too.
  6. Cool. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove the bread from the pan and let it continue cooling on a wire rack.
  7. Slice. Let the bread completely cool before slicing.

loaf of apple bread cooling on wire rack

ADDITIONAL COOKING TIPS

  • Room temperature ingredients – for the best results when baking, your cold ingredients should be at room temperature so they can incorporate fully into the batter.
  • Easy on the stirring – when mixing the dry ingredients into the wet, you want to stir until JUST combined (when you no longer see streaks of flour).  If you over-mix, your bread could end up tough, bake unevenly, or have lots of large holes in it.
  • Use fresh ingredients – some of these are obvious, like using non-expired eggs, but did you know using older baking soda/baking powder can affect the way your baked goods bake?  Over time, leavening agents (which is what baking soda and powder are) lose their efficacy, and won’t give your quick bread a good rise.
    • If you’re unsure if your baking soda or powder are still good, drop a pinch in some hot water.  If it fizzes, it’s still good!  If not, then you’re in need of some new ingredients.

WHAT IS A QUICK BREAD

The name is a bit of a misnomer, as a quick bread can take upwards of over an hour to fully bake.  But the name is a relative term, as it’s comparing the quick bread to a conventional bread (using yeast), which requires hours and hours of rising/proofing time.

Usually quick breads are also mixed together rather quickly, and without using a bunch of fancy appliances.

stack of apple bread slices

VARIATIONS OF THIS RECIPE

  • NUTS – if you want a little crunch in your apple bread, try adding a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
  • GLAZE – to be extra decadent, whisk 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 Tbsp of cream or milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon together until smooth. Slather that over the top of this bread once it’s cooled!
  • TYPE OF APPLES – I like to use Braeburn apples for this, as I love the sweet flavor yet they don’t get super mushy when baked.  Granny Smith, Gala, or even Honeycrisp would be good substitutes. If you don’t mind the apples getting very soft and sort of melting into the bread, then Red or Golden Delicious apples would work well.
  • SHREDDING – if you prefer, you can shred your apples after peeling them.
  • UNPEELED – I definitely prefer the taste and texture you get when you used peeled apples, but if you don’t want to peel them, you can leave the skin on. Just be aware that the skin can separate from the apple itself during baking, leaving little bits of apple skin in your bread.
  • CARAMEL – apples and caramel naturally go SO well together, so sometimes we like to drizzle the loaf of cooled apple bread with some caramel sauce.

slices of apple bread with melted butter on them

MAKING APPLE BREAD AHEAD OF TIME

While you can make this bread a day in advance, but nothing beats a slice of spiced apple bread that’s been freshly baked.

However, my family thinks this apple bread is even better and more moist on the second day, so it’s truly up to you!

One thing I don’t recommend, is making the batter ahead of time. This is due to the chemistry of baking quick breads, the baking soda will start reacting with the other ingredients as soon as it’s mixed, which can result in a less than quality loaf.

STORAGE

Leftover bread should be kept in a bag at room temperature, and consumed within 3 days for best texture.

FREEZING

Baked apple bread can be frozen for longer storage.  Wrap loaf tightly in plastic wrap, then add to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Individual slices of apple bread can also be frozen, just make sure to wrap each slice in plastic wrap before adding to the freezer bag.

close view of apple cinnamon bread slice

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  • Mixing Bowls – I love these stainless bowls with the non-slip bottoms and handles!
  • Rubber Spatula – I like to use spatulas like these that are all one piece, as they seem to hold up better.
  • Loaf Pan – in case you don’t have one, this is a good and economical option.
  • Hand mixer – of course if you have a stand mixer, you could use it here, but I find a hand mixer is easier and less hassle to clean.

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slices of cinnamon apple bread on wooden cutting board

Spiced Apple Bread

4.82 from 11 votes
Author: The Chunky Chef
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Calories: 3319
Servings: 1 standard loaf (9x5)
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This moist Cinnamon Spiced Apple Bread is the perfect quick bread (no yeast!) for Fall

Ingredients

"WET" INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature preferred
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 medium apples peeled and diced (approximately 2 cups)

"DRY" INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

RECIPE PREP

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Set pan aside.

MIX "WET" INGREDIENTS

  • In a large mixing bowl, add butter, sugar, eggs and oil and beat, using a hand mixer, until smooth. Lightly beat in diced apples.

MIX "DRY" INGREDIENTS

  • In a separate mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients (flour, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder and salt) and stir.

COMBINE WET AND DRY INGREDIENTS

  • Add the flour mixture to the bowl with the "wet" ingredients and use a rubber spatula to stir together. Stir until just combined and no flour streaks remain.

BAKE AND COOL

  • Transfer batter to prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  • Let bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn bread out onto a wire cooling rack to finish cooling.
  • Slice once cool, and serve.

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Chef Tips

Calorie count is for the entire loaf, so divide the calories by however many slices you have to figure out the approximate calorie count of a single slice.
 

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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  1. Denise says

    Posted on 10/1 at 1:31 pm

    Sorry to say, but this was a dud! I added an extra ingredient to ensure some moisture but it was really dry. The sides fell off and the loaf is a crumbled mess. Yes, I used fresh ingredients,didn’t over-mix, even lowered the temp at the end of baking time.

    Reply
  2. Lisa Willhite says

    Posted on 1/23 at 1:18 pm

    Can I sub applesauce for oil

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 1/23 at 10:04 pm

      I’ve only tested this recipe as written. So without testing and retesting it myself, I can’t say for certain if that would work. If you try it, I’d love to know how it turns out!

      Reply
  3. Lori Bignar says

    Posted on 10/17 at 10:49 am

    Best spiced apple bread I have ever made! Very moist and tasty!

    Reply
  4. Ozi says

    Posted on 4/19 at 12:38 am

    It was nice. I used only 1/2 cup of sugar. The outer edge of the bread was somewhat dry, but the inside was pretty moist. I’m not sure if I should’ve cooked it at 35 minutes instead, or there was something at fault here. How do I get the whole loaf to be moist?

    Reply
    • George Suroviec says

      Posted on 10/6 at 10:17 am

      I’ve made this recipe a few times now and it wasn’t dry at all. Don’t overdo the flour. Spoon into cup rather than scoop. Don’t scimp on oil or butter. A half cup more of apples won’t hurt either. Keep the apple peices small like 1/4″. And, bump oven temperature down 5 degrees, especially on convection setting. It might be wise to check out oven accuracy. That can be done with digital meat thermometer or infrared gun. Mine runs 4 degrees high. Last of all, always place on middle rack. Top and bottom are both hot spots.

      Reply
  5. Joanne says

    Posted on 2/14 at 8:43 pm

    So good! Thank you. This will be a staple for all future post-pandemic brunches! (Hopefully that day will return soon!) I reduced the sugar to 1/2 cup brown sugar and about 1/4 cup white sugar plus I added a few dashes of ginger. I’ll eliminate the white sugar altogether next time around. Thanks again for providing such a wonderful base!

    Reply
  6. Linda says

    Posted on 2/13 at 6:08 pm

    Delicious! I substituted 1/4 cup brown sugar for the 1 cup white sugar since I used Fuji apples and they are so sweet. Also, I added 1/4 cup sour cream to prevent batter from being to dry since I added 2 cups chopped pecans.

    Reply
  7. Logan S says

    Posted on 9/20 at 5:40 pm

    Baked this recipe this morning to get rid of two extra apples and I was pleasantly surprised! I don’t typically care for apple desserts, but this hits the spot! It took closer to an hour to bake completely in my oven, but I covered the top with tin foil after 45 minutes so it wouldn’t get burnt.

    Reply
  8. Suzy says

    Posted on 9/18 at 6:59 pm

    We love making quick breads! So easy and simple! The flavor of this one is so delicious!

    Reply
  9. Beti | easyweeknightrecipes says

    Posted on 9/18 at 2:49 pm

    I love the flavors in this spiced apple bread! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  10. katerina @ diethood.com says

    Posted on 9/18 at 2:48 pm

    This spiced apple bread looks so moist and delicious!! Perfect for fall!

    Reply
  11. Toni Dash says

    Posted on 9/18 at 11:32 am

    This will surely become a favorite at my house!! It looks so good!

    Reply
  12. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    Posted on 9/18 at 1:46 am

    This Spiced Apple Bread looks incredibly delicious!

    Reply
  13. Kerri says

    Posted on 9/17 at 7:54 pm

    I can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  14. Sara Welch says

    Posted on 9/17 at 5:06 pm

    Such a delicious recipe and perfect for fall! Looking forward to enjoying this all season long!

    Reply

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