This Grandma's Apple Bread recipe is a true family favorite. Made with fresh apples and warm spices, this bread is moist, tender, and bursting with flavor. It's the perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon tea. The aroma of the baking bread will fill your home with warmth and coziness, bringing back memories of Grandma's kitchen. Whether you enjoy it plain or with a smear of butter, this apple bread is sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate large bowl, mix together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the Grandma's Apple Bread as desired. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Apples are a versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in both sweet and savory dishes.
This bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Feel free to add raisins or dried cranberries for an extra burst of fruity goodness.