Apple Bread Recipe
🍎 Description: This delightful Apple Bread recipe originates from a charming children’s book, cherished by a school community. The tale tells of an Italian woman in the author’s parish who lovingly baked numerous loaves to distribute among children, celebrating St. Joseph’s Day. Renowned for its exceptional moistness and irresistible flavor, this bread is sure to become a household favorite.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Apple, Fruit, Potluck, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Brunch, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Vegetable Oil |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 3 cups | All-purpose Flour |
| 1 teaspoon | Salt |
| 1 teaspoon | Cinnamon |
| 1 teaspoon | Baking Soda |
| 1 teaspoon | Vanilla Extract |
| 2 | Apples, peeled and chopped |
| 3/4 cup | Nuts, chopped (optional) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two loaf pans generously with non-stick cooking spray like Pam.
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Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined and creamy.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda.
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Mix Batter: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
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Add Flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the peeled and chopped apples. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts for added crunch and flavor.
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Fill Loaf Pans: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula for an even finish.
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Bake: Place the loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Check Doneness: To ensure the loaves are fully baked, gently press the tops – they should spring back when touched lightly.
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Cool: Allow the Apple Bread loaves to cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve: Slice the cooled loaves and serve the Apple Bread slices either plain or with a dollop of butter for added richness.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 3049.8
- Fat Content: 153.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 21.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 317.2mg
- Sodium Content: 2361.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 388.3g
- Fiber Content: 16.4g
- Sugar Content: 224.1g
- Protein Content: 41.2g
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Apple Bread, perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy weeknight dinners. With its tender crumb and sweet apple goodness, it’s a true crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more!
