Apple Walnut Delight Bread
Savor the rich flavors of our Apple Walnut Delight Bread, a moist and delightful quick bread that perfectly balances the sweetness of apples with the crunch of walnuts, all enveloped in a creamy sour cream batter. Enhanced with aromatic cardamom, this loaf is simple to make and promises to be a beloved addition to your breakfast table or afternoon tea. It's ideal for sharing, but be warned—it can be difficult to resist the temptation of devouring the entire loaf at once! This recipe is inspired by regional favorites from New England, Scandinavia, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, the West, and the Midwest, ensuring a traditional yet memorable taste experience.
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Servings
220
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
1 cup (Sifted)
Baking powder
1 teaspoon
Baking soda
1 teaspoon
Ground cardamom
1 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Margarine (or butter)
1/2 cup (Softened)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (Firmly packed)
Eggs
2
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Sour cream
1 cup
Apple
1 medium (Cored and coarsely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups))
Walnuts
1 cup (Coarsely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
2
In a medium bowl, combine and sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cardamom, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the margarine (or butter) and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Slowly add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined; be careful not to over-mix—the batter should remain a bit thick and lumpy.
5
Gently fold in the chopped apple and coarsely chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing down the top with a spatula.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool upright in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8
Once cooled, wrap the loaf tightly in aluminum foil and allow it to sit at room temperature overnight for the flavors to meld.
9
Serve the bread plain or with a spread of cream cheese for an extra indulgent treat. Enjoy your delicious creation!
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apple Walnut Delight Bread?
Apple Walnut Delight Bread is a moist and delightful quick bread that balances the sweetness of apples with the crunch of walnuts in a creamy sour cream batter.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size loaf pan should I use?
You should use a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan that has been greased and floured.
What spice gives this bread its aromatic flavor?
Ground cardamom is used to enhance the bread with aromatic flavor.
Can I use butter instead of margarine?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either margarine or butter, softened for creaming.
What kind of sugar is needed for the batter?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
How many eggs are required?
Two eggs are required for this bread recipe.
What is the role of sour cream in this recipe?
Sour cream is used to create a creamy batter and add moisture to the quick bread.
How much apple is used in the bread?
The recipe requires one medium apple, cored and coarsely chopped, which equals about 1 1/2 cups.
What type of nuts are included in the recipe?
One cup of coarsely chopped walnuts is included in the bread.
How should I prepare the flour?
One cup of flour should be sifted together with other dry ingredients like baking powder and baking soda.
How should the dry and wet ingredients be combined?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the sour cream.
What should the batter consistency look like before baking?
The batter should remain a bit thick and lumpy; be careful not to over-mix.
How long does the Apple Walnut Delight Bread bake?
The bread should bake for about 1 hour.
How can I tell if the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Allow the bread to cool upright in the loaf pan for 10 minutes before moving it to a wire rack.
Why should the bread sit overnight?
Sitting at room temperature overnight while tightly wrapped in foil allows the flavors to meld together.
What is the recommended storage method?
Once cooled, the loaf should be wrapped tightly in aluminum foil.
How many calories are in a serving of this bread?
There are approximately 220 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 10g of fat.
How much protein is in one serving?
One serving provides 2.5g of protein.
What are the suggested serving options?
The bread can be served plain or with a spread of cream cheese for an indulgent treat.
Is this bread considered a yeast bread?
No, it is classified as a quick bread.
What regional flavors inspired this recipe?
The recipe is inspired by regional favorites from New England, Scandinavia, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, the West, and the Midwest.
How much baking soda and baking powder are used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much vanilla extract is added?
One teaspoon of vanilla extract is stirred into the creamed mixture.
When do I add the apples and walnuts to the batter?
Gently fold in the chopped apple and walnuts after the dry ingredients and sour cream are just combined.
Is this recipe suitable for an afternoon tea?
Yes, it is described as a beloved addition to a breakfast table or afternoon tea.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first mixing step is to cream together the margarine or butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.