Description
Indulge in the warm embrace of this Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf, where tender bread meets aromatic cinnamon and sweet apples for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup chopped apples (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the chopped apples.
- Bring It Together: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Create the Swirl: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and additional cinnamon. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the brown sugar mixture on top, then add the remaining batter followed by another sprinkle of the brown sugar mixture.
- Bake: Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a delightful contrast to sweetness. Consider adding walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.