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Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch Recipe

Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch Recipe
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This Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch is a moist and flavorful quick bread featuring warm spices, tender apples, and a delightful crunchy pecan topping. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf combines the natural sweetness of apples with aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, complemented by toasted pecans for texture and a touch of sugar-cinnamon crunch on top.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit and Nuts

  • 2 cups finely chopped peeled apples
  • 1 cup chopped toasted pecans, divided

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and grease a loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and leavening.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  4. Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Add Apples and Pecans: Fold in the finely chopped peeled apples and half of the toasted pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Prepare Topping and Assemble: In a small bowl, mix the remaining pecans with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter in the loaf pan for a crunchy cinnamon pecan crust.
  7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then gently invert onto a wire rack. Let it cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure and texture.

Notes

  • For best results, use tart apples like Granny Smith for balanced sweetness and acidity.
  • Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help with batter consistency.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense bread; mix until just combined.
  • To toast pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and toast in a 350°F oven for about 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil or light olive oil for a different flavor.
  • This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Freeze the bread wrapped tightly to enjoy for up to 3 months.

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