Cheddar Apple Nut Bread

🍞 Hearthside Cheddar Bread Recipe 🍏🧀🥖

Prep Time: 0 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4

Description:
This Hearthside Cheddar Bread is a delightful creation, eagerly adopted and shared by the community. A fusion of sweet and savory, this bread promises a symphony of flavors in every bite. As the aromas waft through your kitchen, get ready for a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more. Feel free to embark on this baking journey and share your comments with the Hearthside community!

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups unbleached flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups chopped apples
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup walnuts
• 3/4 cup pecans

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 965.1
• Fat: 51.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
• Cholesterol: 171.5mg
• Sodium: 1173.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 97.9g
  • Fiber: 4.9g
  • Sugar: 31.1g
• Protein: 30.3g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to a toasty 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Don’t forget to generously grease and flour a 9 X 5-inch loaf pan, ensuring your bread slides out effortlessly.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, gather the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Imagine this as the canvas for your culinary masterpiece.

3. Create a Well:

   • Carve a well in the center of your dry ingredients, making a cozy space for the wet magic to happen.

4. Add Wet Ingredients:

   • Pour in the milk, oil, and crack those eggs into the well. With a culinary wand (or a spoon), stir until a harmonious blend is achieved.

5. Fold in Goodness:

   • Gently fold in the chopped apples, savory cheddar cheese, and the crunch of walnuts and pecans. This is where the magic truly begins.

6. Bake to Perfection:

   • Transfer your creation into the preheated oven. Let it dance in the heat for 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the loaf boasts a beautiful golden brown hue. Tap the bottom – it should sound as hollow as your cravings!

7. Cooling Serenade:

   • Once the masterpiece is out of the oven, let it cool in the pan on a rack for 5 minutes. Imagine this as a short encore before the grand reveal.

8. Unveil and Slice:

   • Carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool to room temperature on a wire rack. Only then, armed with anticipation, slice into your creation, revealing the delicious layers within.

This Hearthside Cheddar Bread is not just a recipe; it’s a culinary journey. Try it out, savor the flavors, and share your experiences with the Hearthside community. Happy baking! 🍞🎉