Description
Indulge in this delightful Apple Bread Recipe, where sweet apples and crunchy pecans create a moist, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you enjoy it warm for breakfast, alongside your afternoon coffee, or as a comforting dessert, this quick bread is simple to make and sure to impress. The added cinnamon-pecan topping gives it an irresistible crunch. With straightforward instructions and versatile ingredients, you can easily customize it to your liking. Each bite offers a heartwarming blend of flavors that evokes the essence of autumn. Try this easy-to-follow recipe today, and savor the deliciousness of homemade apple bread!
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups finely chopped peeled apples
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1 tablespoon sugar for sprinkling the top
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder.
- In a large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, oil, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; fold in apples and half of the pecans.
- Pour into the prepared loaf pan; combine remaining pecans with sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle on top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
