Apple Walnut Bread
Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Apple Walnut Bread with this easy-to-follow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for sharing with loved ones, this bread combines the sweet flavor of apples with the crunch of walnuts, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.
Recipe Category: Breads
Keywords: Apple, Fruit, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) from 2 Reviews
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 326.6
- Fat: 16.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Cholesterol: 39.7mg
- Sodium: 244.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 42.2g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugar: 22.3g
- Protein: 5g
Servings: 16
Yield: 2 loaves
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Applesauce | 3/4 cup |
| Eggs | 1/4 cup |
| Sugar | 3 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp |
| Apples | 1 |
| All-purpose flour | 3 cups |
| Whole wheat flour | 2 cups |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Baking soda | 1 tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Walnuts | 1 cup |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Grease and flour two loaf pans, ensuring they’re ready for the batter.
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Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, eggs, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the bowl with the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a thick batter forms. Ensure there are no lumps in the batter.
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Incorporate Apples and Walnuts:
- Peel, core, and chop the apple into small pieces. Roughly chop the walnuts.
- Stir the chopped apples and walnuts into the batter until evenly distributed, ensuring they’re well coated.
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Baking:
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans, spreading it out to ensure it’s level.
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
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Cooling:
- Once baked, remove the pans from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully remove the loaves from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serving:
- Slice the cooled Apple Walnut Bread and serve it as a delicious snack or dessert.
- Enjoy the wonderful combination of flavors and textures in each bite!
This Apple Walnut Bread recipe is perfect for enjoying warm out of the oven or cooled to perfection. Whether you’re serving it for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, its delightful taste and aroma are sure to be a hit with everyone. Make it for your next gathering or simply treat yourself to a slice of homemade goodness!
