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!)
Want muffins instead? Try this apple cinnamon muffins recipe!
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, Apple Crisp Cheesecake, 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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Apple Cinnamon Bread
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Description
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
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅔ cup white sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ 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.
Keywords: apple, bread, apple bread
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Gabrielle Nicole says
Yummy! I opted for half the suggested brown sugar and cinnamon mixture and was still plenty sweet to my taste.
★★★★★
Jenn says
It was pretty good, but a little on the dry side. What could I add to make it a little moister?
Cakelover says
I had this pinned a long time and just made it on Sunday, it is soooooo good! I would not change a thing about it. It was not overly sweet and I could not get enough of it!! It did not last long and I definitely plan on making again before the week is out. Thanks for a great recipe.
★★★★★
Brenda says
where is the salt?
Anne says
The Best bread ever!
Thanks
★★★★★
Ann says
Next time
I’d mix apples all through batter &use least 2-3 apples -still layer cinnamon sugar mix in middle & on top. I tripled recipe worked great.
Stephanie Schlueter says
Absolutely amazing 10/10!!!
★★★★★
Christine says
Thank you, Melissa, for this recipe! I made it this morning and it is GONE! Yes, my husband smelled it and wipe out almost all of it today. LOL! I plan on making another tomorrow and hiding it! I added an additional apple and more cinnamon. Any way you bake this Apple Cinnamon Bread, it is fantastic!
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
Yay! I’m so glad you liked it!!
Marilynn says
Can you make this bread in a Bundt pan, doubling the ingredients?
Alexandra Situ says
I just tried doubling it and it didn’t turn out the same. It got way too big and overflowed. I think all the ingredients can be doubled, except maybe baking powder? Next time I’ll stick with the recipe as written (and make it twice) instead of doubling.
Jasmine says
It was just straight sugar lol
★★★★★
Mandy says
Very delicious bread!! Melts in your mouth. Loved the crispiness of the brown sugar as it mingled with the soft, sweet, warm cinnamon apples. Yum!!!! Thumbs up! I also added 2 apples and some cinnamon to the batter.
Melissa Riker says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Kathy says
It is the best one I have tasted. Did one part different. Mixed the apples with the sugar and cinnamon and added another apple.
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
So glad you liked it!
Jg says
The bread is good but the better cooks up a little flat in flavor. I will definitely try it again and add cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice to the batter as someone suggested.
★★★
Shelia says
Best bread ever was so easy to make and your house smells so good while it’s baking
★★★★★
Rose says
wowza!!! so delicious! it’s been over a year since I made this and it never disappoints! I’m not good at baking or cooking, but this made me look like a boss in the kitchen! thank you!
★★★★★
Zee says
OH MY LANTA. Just made this and took my first bite a few minutes ago. DELICIOUS and not overly sweet. It literally came out perfect. I used 2 apples instead of 1 and added some pumpkin pie spice to the cinnamon mixture but did everything else the same. I’m so impressed and my taste buds are dancing! Thank you!
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
You’re welcome! I’m so glad you liked it!
Marilynn says
If I double the recipe,could I make it in a Bundt pan
Melissa Riker says
I have not tried it Marilynn, so I am not sure