Cinnamon Apple Nut Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cinnamon Apple Nut Bread, a moist and fragrant loaf that is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Filled with fresh apples and crunchy nuts, this quick bread is easily prepared and baked to golden perfection. Enjoy the comforting aroma of cinnamon wafting through your kitchen as this bread bakes. Slice it warm, spread with butter, or enjoy it plain—this recipe makes two hearty loaves, perfect for sharing with family and friends or wrapping up for gifts. You can also make mini loaves for a fun treat at your next gathering!
16
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
4 cups (sifted)
baking soda
2 teaspoons (n/a)
salt
1 teaspoon (n/a)
cinnamon
2 teaspoons (n/a)
sugar
2 cups (n/a)
eggs
4 large (beaten)
vegetable oil
1 cup (n/a)
sour cream
1/4 cup (n/a)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (n/a)
chopped apples
2 cups (peeled and chopped)
chopped nuts
1 cup (n/a)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and arrange the oven rack to the second-lowest position.
2
Grease two standard loaf pans or seven mini loaf pans with butter or cooking spray.
3
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; set the dry mixture aside.
4
In another bowl, combine the sugar, beaten eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5
Gradually blend the wet mixture into the dry mixture until just incorporated; be careful not to overmix.
6
Gently fold in the chopped apples and chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans, filling them about two-thirds full to allow for rising.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour for standard loaves or about 30-40 minutes for mini loaves, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9
Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinnamon Apple Nut Bread?
Cinnamon Apple Nut Bread is a moist and fragrant quick bread filled with fresh apples and crunchy nuts, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe yields two standard hearty loaves or seven mini loaves.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Where should the oven rack be positioned?
Arrange the oven rack to the second-lowest position for optimal baking.
How should I prepare the loaf pans?
Grease two standard loaf pans or seven mini loaf pans with butter or cooking spray.
What dry ingredients are required?
The dry ingredients include 4 cups of sifted flour, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
What wet ingredients are used in this bread?
The wet ingredients consist of 2 cups of sugar, 4 large beaten eggs, 1 cup of vegetable oil, 1/4 cup of sour cream, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How should the flour be prepared?
The flour should be sifted before being combined with the other dry ingredients.
How many apples do I need?
The recipe requires 2 cups of peeled and chopped apples.
What type of nuts are used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans.
Can I make mini loaves with this recipe?
Yes, you can use seven mini loaf pans instead of two standard pans.
How long do standard loaves take to bake?
Standard loaves typically take approximately 1 hour to bake.
How long do mini loaves take to bake?
Mini loaves should be baked for about 30 to 40 minutes.
How can I tell if the bread is done?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the cooling process for the bread?
Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe makes approximately 16 servings.
Do I need to peel the apples?
Yes, the recipe specifies using peeled and chopped apples.
What is the purpose of sour cream in this recipe?
Sour cream helps make the bread moist and adds a rich texture to the loaf.
Should the eggs be beaten before adding them?
Yes, the 4 large eggs should be beaten before being mixed with the other wet ingredients.
How much cinnamon is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of cinnamon.
How full should I fill the loaf pans?
Fill the prepared loaf pans about two-thirds full to allow room for the bread to rise.
Is it important not to overmix the batter?
Yes, you should blend the wet and dry mixtures until just incorporated to ensure a tender crumb.
How much vegetable oil is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of vegetable oil.
Can I serve this bread warm?
Absolutely! It is delicious sliced warm and spread with butter.
What are some suggested tags for this recipe?
Suggested tags include apple bread, quick bread, cinnamon bread, nut bread, and easy recipe.
Can this bread be given as a gift?
Yes, these loaves are perfect for wrapping up as gifts for family and friends.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe requires 2 cups of sugar.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 11 main ingredients in this recipe.
Is this a quick bread recipe?
Yes, it is a quick bread recipe that uses baking soda for leavening instead of yeast.
How should I incorporate the apples and nuts?
Gently fold the chopped apples and chopped nuts into the batter at the end to ensure they are evenly distributed.