Description
This Homemade Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf is a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The moist and flavorful loaf is filled with chunks of fresh apples and a sweet cinnamon swirl, making it a favorite during the fall season.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (divided)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, half the brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined; do not overmix. Fold in the chopped apples.
- Create Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix the remaining brown sugar with the cinnamon. Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan, sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter, then pour the remaining batter on top. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar over the top and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake: Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- You can substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Try using a mix of apple varieties for more flavor depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
