Packed with warm fall spices and fruity applesauce, this moist cinnamon apple bread recipe is the perfect fall-flavored treat. Super fluffy and served with your favorite coffee, this will be your go-to bread.
Why I love this apple bread recipe
If you love sweet breads and spicy apple desserts, this fresh baked apple bread recipe is for you.
- Better than a bakery. You can add juicy peaches, chewy cranberries or turn this recipe into muffins.
- Great for fall. Each bite has fresh apples, crunchy pecans and three types of warm spices.
- home made There's nothing like homemade sweet bread with your favorite coffee.
- Freezer-friendly. Take it out of the freezer whenever you want a sweet and spicy dessert.
Material notes
Cinnamon, earthy spice, spicy cloves and sweet vanilla will make your kitchen smell heavenly as soon as this bread hits the oven. Scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact amounts.
- All Purpose Flour – 00 flour works too.
- Baking Powder- Check the expiration date before you add it.
- baking soda- Drain if there are large clumps.
- salt- Kosher salt is best.
- cinnamon- You can swap out all the spices for 3 teaspoons apple pie spice if you like.
- allspice – Roasted nutmeg can also be used.
- clove- Feel free to skip if you don't like
- egg- Liquid eggs work great for this.
- coconut oil- Go for vegetable, corn or canola oil if you prefer.
- applesauce- You can also make your own by blending 1 small apple (peeled and peeled) with 1/2 cup water until smooth.
- Vanilla extract- Feel free to use almond extract.
- sugar – Granulated or light brown sugar is best.
- apple- Make sure they are peeled and cored.
- pecans – Walnuts are a good swap.
What kind of apple is best for bread?
Granny Smith apples are best for bread baking because of their delicate tartness and firm texture. This means they hold their shape well in the oven. However, Royal Gala, Pink Lady and Fuji apples are also great.
How to Make Apple Bread
It's almost like making a box mix cake, this spiced apple bread is made with real, healthy ingredients. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe card.
- Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 350F. Grease an 8×4″ loaf pan with cooking spray. Set it aside.
- Prepare the apples. Gently toss apples in a bowl with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Whisk in the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, allspice, cloves and remaining cinnamon.
- Make the wet mixture. Use a stand-mixer to beat the eggs until smooth. Pour in the oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until well combined. Mix in the sugar.
- Fold them. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined. Stir in cinnamon-apples and pecans.
- Bake. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- cool down Remove it from the oven. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before removing from the pan. Set it on a wire rack to finish cooling completely. Slice and enjoy!
Tips and modification ideas
Adding velvety icing, chewy cranberries, and crunchy coconut to this homemade apple bread recipe takes it to the next level.
- Prevent sticking. Line bottom and sides of loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make it fruitier. Instead of 1 1/2 cups apples, use 3/4 cup apples and 3/4 cup chopped peaches or apricots for some extra sweetness.
- More add-ins. Stir in 1/4-1/2 cup dried cranberries, shredded coconut, or raisins for more flavor and texture.
- Make the muffins. Line a muffin tray with liners. Pour batter into them until 3/4 second full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Add the icing. Beat 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 4 teaspoons lemon juice until smooth. Spread the mixture on cold bread for a sweet bite. You can also use frosting or cool whip for this.
- Stay in the center. Never bake on the lowest oven rack. The bottom of the bread will burn before it has a chance to cook through the center. Always bake on the middle rack.
How to Store Apple Bread
If you make 2 loaves you can always have on hand for a last minute dessert.
- Counter: Store it in a paper bag for up to 3 days. This method is not recommended if you live in a high-humidity area.
- Fridge: Store it in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Let it come down to room temperature for 5 minutes before digging into it.
- Freezer: Wrap whole, in pieces or in pieces with plastic wrap. Transfer it to a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or on the counter for 20 minutes.
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This recipe for moist cinnamon-spiced apple bread with crunchy pecans is perfect for fall and freezer-friendly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spray an 8×4 loaf pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- Add apples to a small bowl and stir in 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, remaining cinnamon, all spice and cloves. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, add the eggs and beat over medium heat until they are scrambled. Next, add oil, applesauce and vanilla extract. Keep mixing until it is smooth and combined. Now, add the sugar and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough is just combined.
- Remove the bowl from the stand mixer and gently fold in the apple slices and pecan pieces. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the bread is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes. Enjoy!
