Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Apple Cinnamon Loaf, a delightful blend of tender apples and aromatic cinnamon. This moist loaf is perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving brunches, or cozy afternoons with tea. Its sweet and spicy aroma fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to enjoy seconds. Easy to make and versatile, this loaf can be served as breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Plus, it freezes beautifully for future enjoyment!
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples (peeled and diced)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking tin with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients with buttermilk until just combined.
- Toss apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Layer half the batter in the tin, sprinkle half the apple mixture on top, swirl gently, then add remaining batter and apples; swirl again.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg