Apple Pie Bread
A delightful twist on classic apple pie, this moist bread is perfect for busy mornings or as a cozy dessert after dinner.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar
Fruity Addition
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and pour in the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Slice it up and enjoy plain or with butter.
Notes
For an extra tart kick, use Granny Smith apples. Substitute buttermilk by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes. Allow bread to cool completely before slicing to avoid gooey mess.