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. Use a butter knife held vertically to swirl figure eights through the batter to slightly incorporate the topping.
- 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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Sean says
I made this had my over preheated when I hit the 50 minute mark for I checked it with a toothpick in several places and it was good I let it cool when I flipped it over to get it out of the pan it fell apart and I mean in crumbles it taste dang good but what did I do wrong any ideas
Barbara Cull says
I just finished mixing up this recipe & putting in the oven. Simple recipe & I'm looking forward to tasting this!! Bought Granny Smith apples specially for this.
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Barb says
Meant to say: To Sean: The thought occurred to me that maybe you didn't press the apples into the batter when you put it into the pan?! So instead of baking into the batter, the apples just stayed on top so that's why your bread fell apart!? Only an observation while making this.
Barbara G says
This is delicious!! My husband loves it. Easy to make and very moist. It is not too sweet which is always a plus for me. Liked the cinnamon apple topping.
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Gretchen says
This is so easy and super delicious! I made this today with a Granny Smith and it is so moist and flavorful! This recipe has much less sugar then some similar recipes I was considering, and I appreciate that! My husband is on his second piece! Thank you for this yummy recipe!
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Melissa Riker says
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Alissa says
This apple cinnamon bread turned out amazing! I swapped cassava flour for the gluten and swapped maple syrup for the sugar. I also lessened the amount of sweetener. This is like dessert! I will definitely make this again. Thank you 😊
Melissa Riker says
You're welcome, I am so glad you enjoyed it!
Michelle says
I'm making this recipe for the 5th time this year. I guess I should really say this Christmas season. It's delicious!
I messed up the one time and actually put the apples and cinnamon in the batter. It still tasted good but definitely better if you follow the instructions!
I froze it ahead of time for Christmas hosting. It was perfect!
This round I'll probably make two again. One for breakfast at home and probably take one to work.
Yum!!!
★★★★★
Melissa Riker says
I'm so glad you like it!
Dawn says
Always a family favorite. I now make them as muffins. Already portioned and ready to eat.
★★★★★
Jackie says
I made this last week. The taste and consistency are great. Here’s my problem though. The cinnamon and sugar on the top fell off when I lifted the bread out of the pan after cooling! I followed the recipe to the letter and pressed the apples and cinnamon into the batter with a spoon. The apples stayed but the cinnamon and sugar became crusty and fell off. It made a big mess as it fell off in both big and little chunks! Is this normal?
Melissa Riker says
Over the years I've found that the topping will stay on better if I take a butter knife and hold it vertically into the batter and swirl in figure-eight motions to slightly incorporate the topping. I've updated the recipe card to reflect that, thank you for the comment (sorry for the mess!)
Carol says
This is the second time I've made this. This time I divided it between two smaller pans, givi
Carol says
Hit send before I was finished. I love this bread, it will make great CHRISTMAS gifts!!
Melissa Riker says
So glad you liked it Carol!!
Heather says
Made it at elevation by adding +1 egg and +1 tsp vanilla and + 1/2 extra apple. Also, I did 1/2 almond flour and 1/2 regular flour. I put parchment paper into the pan and baked for the full 50 minutes and it turned out absolutely delicious! It's hard to make good bread at elevation so I will be making this again.
Grace says
I ran across this recipe while searching for quick breads to make for Christmas. But I broke a major rule of baking: never try a new recipe when you are in a hurry. I dumped the brown sugar, white sugar, and butter together and started creaming---then realized the brown sugar was to be mixed with cinnamon and set aside. So I did the only thing I could: I added the cinnamon to the dry ingredients (plus 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg), mixed the batter as directed, then folded in the finely chopped apples. I also tossed in about 3/4 cup chopped walnuts, then baked as directed. After cooling for about 10-15 minutes, I drizzled on a powdered sugar/milk glaze. Result: delicious! I think this would make a good cake with cream cheese frosting. But next time, I will make it correctly. I look forward to that crunchy streusel topping, and the pop of flavor in the hidden layer of cinnamon-sugar apples.
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Charley says
Thank you for sharing your recipe! It was very delicious! My bread turned out almost like an angelfood cake would.. did I do something wrong? Or is that how it's supposed to be? Will definitely make again!
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Marion says
Made this twice and had excellent results both times! I did have to add quite a bit of time for the stick to come out clean. The outside edge was quite crispy by then but that just made my husband love it even more.
★★★★★
Carol says
Today was the third time I make this apple bread. It is absolutely awesome! It is so moist and delicious that I as well as my neighbors just love it.
★★★★★
Jennifer Le says
Just made this and I am dying over how moist, flavorful, and delightful it is. I can't stop eating it! This will be my go to apple bread recipe from now on!
Sandra Sabine says
Best apple bread I have ever had. I used ever crisp apples. Apples ended up cooked and not mushy. Great cinnamon flavor. Definitely worth a bake
★★★★★
Dorothea says
Excellent bread, made this a few times now. Made mine with gluten free bread as I am gluten free. Came out excellent. Thank you!
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Emily says
Did you simply swap our gluten free flour for the all purpose flour? I also avoid gluten. Thanks!
Amy says
First, thank you for this website and all the amazing recipes you have worked so hard to share with us! This recipe is fun and easy to make, but the finished product is too sweet for me. I can't really taste the apples or cinnamon; I just taste sugar. I think next time I'll make it with much less sugar and more cinnamon/other strong spices to bring out the flavor of the apples.
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Judy says
I loved this bread. My husband liked it too. It is delicious.
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Janice says
Love this recipe but felt a need for salt in the taste. Next time I used salted butter and it was even better! Making a list of people to make this for. Thanks!
★★★★
Amy says
I wanted to ask, what is the best apple to use for this? Green or Pink/Red apple?
denise says
I always use granny smith or I also like to use honeycrisp apples in recipes. Sometimes I use both. For extra apple taste, I will chop/dice/slice apple as per instructions but I will also either grate in a small apple or add in some finely minced apples. If grated, you get a little more juice (or it seems) so you want to be careful if a recipe calls for a large amount of liquid.
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Sheila says
I've tried to make it twice and it comes out as soup. Please help! What am I doing wrong?!