Warm, cozy, and bursting with autumnal flavors, this Spiced Apple Loaf is the perfect treat for any season. Made with diced fresh apples and a fragrant blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this moist and tender loaf captures the comforting essence of homemade baking. The addition of brown sugar and optional chopped walnuts or pecans adds a delightful touch of richness and crunch, while a quick mixing process makes this recipe wonderfully simple to prepare. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, this spiced apple bread is best served warmβperhaps with a drizzle of butter or a dusting of powdered sugar. With its easy preparation, irresistible aroma, and classic flavors, this loaf will quickly become your favorite go-to recipe for cozy baking days.
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the Spiced Apple Loaf as is, or with a smear of butter for extra indulgence. Enjoy!
Calories |
3445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 160.1 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 383 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2479 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 474.5 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.8 g | ||
| Protein | 52.6 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1351 mg | 29% | |
*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.