Apple Praline Bread
Indulge in the irresistible flavor of Apple Praline Bread, a moist and tender loaf packed with sweet, diced apples and crunchy pecans, then topped with a luscious praline glaze. This autumn-inspired quick bread comes together effortlessly with a blend of pantry staples like cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla, creating a warm and inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes. The show-stopping praline topping—made with butter, cream, and caramelized brown sugar—adds a rich, nutty finish that turns this recipe into a true dessert-worthy treat. Perfect as a snack, breakfast, or a crowd-pleasing gift, this apple bread is a dreamy combination of comforting textures and fall flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 2 units large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (for praline topping)
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar (for praline topping)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans (for praline topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the bread is baking, prepare the praline topping. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, light brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the mixture begins to boil.
Once the mixture boils, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans.
When the bread is finished baking, allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
Pour the praline topping evenly over the warm bread, letting it drip down the sides. Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.7 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.8 g | 549% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 813 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 2340 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 512.9 g | 187% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 313.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.5 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 501 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1210 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
