This is the absolute BEST Apple Bread recipe on the internet. Swirled with cinnamon sugar and juicy apple pieces, try this Apple Bread recipe out and see why it has been pinned over 1 million times and has over 250 amazing reviews!
Okay, in my world I’ve transitioned to Fall-we won’t talk about the fact that it’s still in the upper 80s or 90s every day! So apples, pumpkins, mums and gourds are all I can think about!
I whipped up this easy cinnamon apple bread recipe last weekend to prepare for the momentous occasion of college football starting back up and wanted to share it with you today. This bread is ah-mazingly delicious (I know I made that word up but believe me, it warrants it’s own made up superlatives!)
Apple Bread Recipe
I can’t even describe to you how insanely good this apple bread makes your house smell while its baking-and it’s perfection to have a slice when it’s warm out of the oven! If you try it too I’d love it if you popped back and gave it a five-star review in the comments section!
How to Make Apple Bread
- Mix the cinnamon sugar and chop your apples. Set aside.
- Stir up batter in a stand mixer (affiliate link) or with a hand mixer.
- Spray a loaf pan with nonstick spray and pour in half of the batter. Top with half of the apples and cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Pour in remaining batter and tops with remaining apples and cinnamon sugar.
- Pat toppings into the top of the bread with the back of a spoon and bake for 50 minutes.
- Let cool ten minutes before removing from the pan.
Tips for Making the Best Apple Bread
- Be sure to choose a firm apple variety such as Granny Smith, Pink Lady, Gala or Fuji. Softer types of apples won’t stand up to the baking.
- Swirl a knife through the batter if desired before baking.
Can I Freeze Apple Bread?
Yes, this bread freezes well. Simply allow the bread to cool completely then wrap in foil and store in a freezer bag. When you are ready to eat the bread, allow to thaw at room temperature before serving.
You might also like some of my other popular recipes like my Best Dirt Cake Ever, Dark Chocolate Truffles, Peanut Butter Apple Crisp, Homemade Easy Biscuit Recipe, Cinnamon Apple Cake, and Dutch Apple Crumble Pie.
If you’ve tried this easy apple bread recipe please comment and rate it below, I love hearing from you!
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This is the absolute BEST Apple Bread on the internet. Swirled with cinnamon sugar and juicy apple pieces, try this Apple Bread recipe out and see why it has over 250 amazing reviews!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large apple, peeled and finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease and flour a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl and set aside.
- In a stand mixer (affiliate link), combine white sugar and butter until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla and continue to beat on medium speed until combined.
- Add flour and baking powder, then milk.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan.
- Cover with half of the apples.
- Pat apples into batter with the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle with half of sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Pour the remaining batter over apple layer; top with remaining apples and add more brown sugar/cinnamon mixture.
- Pat topping into the batter with the back of a large spoon.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
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gjm says
The first time i made this i followed the recipe..it wasn’t very flavorful and needed more apple. I made it again and used 2 apples, which i cut up and smothered in cinnamon sugar, and i doubled the amount of brown sugar. My mom says it needed more cinnamon but she is addicted to cinnamon baked goods..I also added a struesal topping as well and a splash more milk in the dough and it was perfectly moist
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gjm says
I also mixed in the brown sugar to the dough and the apples, I didnt play games with layering the apples and brown sugar
Elisha says
Hi! Can I use frozen apples in this recipe? Thank you!
Abbie says
taste like a pound cake . so moist and delicious!
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Rhoni says
Making today!
Melissa Riker says
I hope you love it Rhoni!!
Nana says
I agree with another viewer, so many pop up ads. Tried to print out the recipe and ads even printed out with the recipe. Very frustrating! Sorry, but will not follow due to this.
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Kristin M says
Can you use red delicious apples for this recipe? I have a lot of them and was hoping to use some to make this!
Melissa Riker says
Yes you definitely can use those!
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Karen says
I would definitely call this apple cake, instead of bread… I was looking for something more “bread-like!” Despite this, it was still very good!
Melissa Riker says
I’m glad you enjoyed it Karen!
Tara says
This is by far the best apple cinnamon bread I’ve ever had. It’s so fluffy and buttery, it just melts in your mouth. It’s perfect warm with a nice, hot cup of coffee.
Does the recipe work well subbing in other fillings such as blueberries or chocolate chips?
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Melissa Riker says
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, I have made it with blueberries and strawberries and it was amazing. I have yet to try with chocolate chips though! Sounds like a yummy experiement!
Anna says
Can you make batter and fill tin the night before, to bake in the morning, or will it go bad in the fridge overnight?
Melissa Riker says
I have not personally tried it Anna, I think it would be okay but would probably lengthen the baking time since the batter would be so cold.
Desiree says
This is going to be my new favorite baked good to make. Love the fluffiness of the bread and it’s perfectly sweet with the apples and cinnamon sugar topping.
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
So glad you enjoyed it Desiree!
Tonya says
Turned out beautifully. I added chopped pecans and substituted Stevia for the sugars, both brown and white. This is a keeper.
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Faye says
My grandson can’t have dairy. Can I substitute butter flavored shortening and almond milk? Do you think it would change the consistency or I would have to adjust any other ingredients?
Melissa Riker says
I’m sorry I haven’t tried that variation so I’m not sure Faye.
Patti says
Best Apple Bread Recipe…Thank you
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
So happy you enjoyed it Patti!!
Pat Smith says
I made three loafs for Mother Day gifts as thank you’d for all they do. Guess what?? They loved them, will make again for sure!!
Gina says
well I would have made this recipe apart from all those annoying ads that kept popping up so I was unable to read the damn recipe can you remove them really puts me off
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Susie says
Simply copy and paste the text to a document file.
Melissa Riker says
Those ads help pay for this website to be up and running and support my family, I try to minimize them but running this site is my full time job. I’m sorry you missed out on making this recipe, it’s quite delicious! Take care, Melissa
Maggie says
This bread is absolutely delicious, very moist and tender. Only criticism is we just can’t stop at one slice !!! Definitely our new favourite, thankyou.
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Lorena Martinez says
Absolutely love this recipe. I used 1.5 or 2 granny smith apples we like to have alot of apples in it.
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Melissa Riker says
So happy you enjoyed it!