Glazed Cinnamon Apple Bread: A Rustic Loaf (Print Version)
Discover a moist Glazed Cinnamon Apple Bread recipe. Sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and a simple glaze make this a family favorite.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 80 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
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1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%)
→ Flavor Boosters
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2 cups (about 2 medium) apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Leavening & Essentials
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Glaze Goodness
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1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
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2-3 tbsp milk or cream
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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First things first, get those apples ready! Peel (or don't, your call!), core, and dice about two cups of your chosen apples. I like them in small, even pieces so they soften nicely throughout the Glazed Cinnamon Apple Bread. Then, in a large bowl, whisk together your flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Give it a good whisk, making sure there are no lumpy bits of leavening. This step ensures all those dry ingredients are evenly distributed, which honestly makes a big difference in the final texture.
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In a separate, medium-sized bowl, crack your eggs and give them a quick whisk. Pour in the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk it all together until it’s well combined. This is where the liquid magic starts! I always make sure everything is at room temperature if I can remember, it really helps things emulsify properly. I once tried mixing cold ingredients, and the batter was just... weirdly chunky. Avoid my mistake!
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Now, pour your wet ingredients into the dry mixture. With a spatula, gently fold them together until *just* combined. Don't overmix! Lumps are okay here; overmixing develops gluten, making your Glazed Cinnamon Apple Bread tough. As soon as you see no more streaks of dry flour, stop. Then, gently fold in your diced apples. You should see little apple chunks peeking through the batter, smelling sweet and spicy already!
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Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper leaving an overhang for easy lifting – honestly, this is a game-changer for getting the loaf out cleanly. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Pop it into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 50-60 minutes. Every oven is different, so keep an eye on it. The aroma filling your kitchen will be pure bliss, trust me!
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To check if your apple bread is done, insert a wooden skewer or toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, you're golden! If not, give it another 5-10 minutes. Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes on a wire rack. This cooling time in the pan helps it firm up before you try to move it. I’ve definitely had loaves crumble because I was too eager to get them out!
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While your bread is cooling, make the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, a splash of milk (start with 1 tablespoon and add more drop by drop until you get a thick but pourable consistency), and a tiny bit of vanilla extract. You want it to be thick enough to cling to the bread but thin enough to drizzle. Once the Glazed Cinnamon Apple Bread is completely cool, drizzle that beautiful glaze all over the top. It looks so pretty, and honestly, it tastes even better!
# Notes:
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Don't overmix the batter; a few lumps of flour are totally fine, it keeps the bread tender.
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Cool the bread completely before glazing, or your glaze will just melt right off, which I learned the hard way!
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Using room temperature ingredients really does make a difference in getting a smooth, consistent batter.
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For an extra crunch, sprinkle some turbinado sugar on top before baking!
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x5-inch loaf pan
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large mixing bowls
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medium mixing bowl
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whisk
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spatula
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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wire cooling rack
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wooden skewer or toothpick
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 15g
Total Carbohydrate: 50g
Protein: 5g