German Apple Bread
Warm, cozy, and irresistibly fragrant, German Apple Bread is the ultimate homemade treat for fall and beyond. This moist and spiced quick bread features tender chunks of fresh apples, a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, and the natural sweetness of applesauce. The addition of brown sugar and a touch of vanilla extract enhances its rich, caramel-like flavor, while optional walnuts or pecans add a delightful crunch. Perfect as a breakfast loaf, afternoon snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep time and fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma as it bakes. Slice it thick, serve it plain, or enjoy it slathered with butter for a comforting taste of autumn in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped apples and, if using, the walnuts or pecans. Ensure the apples are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve slices of German Apple Bread on their own or with a spread of butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.0 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2444 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 597.3 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 382.6 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1444 mg | 31% | |
*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.
