Apple Pie Bread
A delightful creation that beautifully merges the homely essence of apple pie with the convenience of bread, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded peeled apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
- 3/4 cup raisins
Glaze
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Add the white granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, sour cream, buttermilk, and eggs. Mix well until smooth.
- Carefully fold in the shredded apples.
- Prepare a 9 x 5-inch bread pan by spraying it with cooking spray.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, chopped nuts, and raisins for the apple pie swirl.
- Spread this mixture over the top of the batter and swirl it gently with a knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 65 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Glazing
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before removing and cooling completely on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Pairs wonderfully with butter or cream cheese.