This recipe perfectly marries the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and apples, creating a scrumptious loaf that is perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups peeled, cored, and diced apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan generously with butter or cooking spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal after baking.
In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with lemon juice and cinnamon. Set aside for about 10 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk thoroughly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.
Gently fold the apple mixture into the batter, along with the nuts if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread it evenly and tap the pan gently on the counter.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top of the batter.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
