Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly coat a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- Combine the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl until evenly coated, then set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs and beat until fully incorporated, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Mix in the applesauce and vanilla extract until blended, even if the mixture appears slightly curdled.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients while slowly pouring in the milk, mixing only until a thick batter forms.
- Spread half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Evenly distribute the cinnamon apple mixture and any collected juices over the batter.
- Cover with the remaining batter and gently spread it to the edges.
- Run a knife through the center of the loaf to create a light swirl effect.
- Bake for 60–75 minutes, tenting loosely with foil after 30 minutes if the top is browning too quickly, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Place the pan on a wire rack and allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.
- Slice and serve once fully cooled for the best texture and clean cuts.
Nutrition
Notes
The aroma of cinnamon and baked apples makes this loaf feel like home. Let it cool fully before slicing so every piece stays beautifully tender and packed with apple flavor.