Dessert

Apple Cinnamon Bread Recipe

Byluca Carter November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

Introduction

This apple bread is a moist, flavorful treat that combines the warm spices of cinnamon with fresh diced apples. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it offers a delightful homemade taste in every bite.

A close-up view of a golden-brown baked dessert with a rough, crumbly top layer inside a white ceramic rectangular dish with fluted sides and small handles. The top layer is drizzled with smooth white icing in a zigzag pattern, some icing dripping slightly down the sides of the dish. The dish sits on a white marbled surface with a soft white cloth partially visible in the foreground and a blurred red apple in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups white granulated sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs
2 cups milk

⅔ cup vegetable oil
1 cup apples, diced and peeled
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

⅔ cup white granulated sugar (for topping)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the loaf pans to prevent sticking.

Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until just combined.
Step 4: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just moistened. Gently fold in the diced apples and 1 tablespoon cinnamon.

Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans, filling each to about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
Step 6: In a small bowl, mix the ⅔ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the tops of the loaves and gently swirl it in with a knife for a cinnamon sugar swirl effect.
Step 7: Bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.

Tips & Variations

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
Swap vegetable oil for melted butter for a richer flavor.
Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

Try mixing in some raisins or dried cranberries for a fruity twist.

Storage

Store the apple bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze wrapped tightly for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm slices in a toaster oven or microwave until heated through.

How to Serve

A single square baked dessert sits in a small white ceramic dish on a soft white cloth with a white marbled texture underneath. The dessert has a golden-brown, slightly cracked top layer that looks crispy and textured, with thick white icing drizzled unevenly across the surface. To the left of the dish are three red apples with shiny skins, and on the right side, a shiny gold spoon rests beside a white bowl filled with milk, all placed on the white marbled background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose?

Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour, but the bread may be denser and have a nuttier flavor. Consider using half whole wheat and half all-purpose flour for best results.

How can I tell when the apple bread is fully baked?

The best way is to insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, the bread is done. If batter sticks to the toothpick, bake a few minutes longer and check again.