Cinnamon Apple Bread

Cinnamon Apple Bread delivers a warm, cozy treat that’s easy to make. After making this many times, I’ve found the best way to keep it moist and flavorful. The golden crust and sweet aroma make it irresistible. Try this link for a quick snack: Easy Heart Oreo Balls Recipe for Valentine’s Treats. Jump to Recipe If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Heart Oreo Balls Recipe for Valentine’s Treats and Big Mac Pasta Salad Recipe with Creamy Thousand Island Dressing.

What You'll Need for Cinnamon Apple Bread

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups grated apples
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• Optional: 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• Optional: 1/4 cup melted butter
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

How to Make Cinnamon Apple Bread

1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix dry: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. Mix wet: In another bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and mix well. Stir in milk and vanilla.
4. Combine: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two parts, mixing just until combined. Fold in grated apples.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. Drizzle over the cooled bread before serving.

Storing & Reheating Cinnamon Apple Bread

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Make 1-2 days in advance and store at room temperature.

Freezing Cinnamon Apple Bread

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in 30-second increments until warm.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a softer crust, wrap the bread in foil while it cools.
• Best substitution: Use applesauce instead of oil for a lighter version.
• Make-ahead: Bake the bread, cool completely, and freeze for later use.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger loaf or two smaller loaves.
• Troubleshooting: If the bread is too dry, brush with a little milk or glaze before serving.

Cinnamon Apple Bread

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

55 mins

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Total

1 hr 10 mins

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Serves

1 loaf

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups grated apples

Seasonings

• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Optional Toppings

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix dry: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. Mix wet: In another bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and mix well. Stir in milk and vanilla.
4. Combine: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two parts, mixing just until combined. Fold in grated apples.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. Drizzle over the cooled bread before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a softer crust, wrap the bread in foil while it cools.
• Best substitution: Use applesauce instead of oil for a lighter version.
• Make-ahead: Bake the bread, cool completely, and freeze for later use.
• Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger loaf or two smaller loaves.
• Troubleshooting: If the bread is too dry, brush with a little milk or glaze before serving.

Storage

• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in 30-second increments until warm.
• Make ahead: Make 1-2 days in advance and store at room temperature.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 250mg
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Cinnamon Apple Bread FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Cinnamon Apple Bread and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!