Apple Pie Bread

Apple pie bread is a delightful treat that combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with the convenience of a bread. Here’s a recipe to try:Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk (or 1/2 cup milk mixed with 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar)
• 1 1/2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (such as Granny Smith)

For Topping (optional):

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
6. Gently fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
8. If using the topping, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the batter.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
10. Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

This apple pie bread is a wonderful treat, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a delicious snack. It’s moist, flavorful, and filled with the comforting aroma of apples and spices! Adjust the spices or sweetness according to your taste preferences.