Homemade Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf

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Bring the flavors of fall to your table with this cozy and delicious loaf. Sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and an old-fashioned glaze make it the perfect treat for autumn afternoons. Serve it with a cup of tea or coffee for ultimate comfort!

Ingredients

For the Loaf:
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 apples, peeled and chopped (any kind, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
For the Old-Fashioned Glaze:
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pan and Preheat the Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Make the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:
  1. In a small bowl, combine the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
  2. Stir well and set aside.
3. Prepare the Batter:
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the white sugar and softened butter together until light and creamy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the milk to create a smooth batter.
4. Layer the Loaf:
  1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  2. Evenly spread half of the chopped apples over the batter.
  3. Sprinkle half of the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture over the apple layer.
  4. Pour the remaining batter over the top, smoothing it out with a spatula.
  5. Add the remaining apples and top with the remaining brown sugar-cinnamon mixture.
5. Bake the Loaf:
  1. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  2. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Make the Old-Fashioned Glaze:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth and drizzle-worthy. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk (for a thinner glaze) or powdered sugar (for a thicker glaze).
7. Finish and Serve:
  1. Once the loaf is completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top.
  2. Slice and enjoy your cozy autumn treat!

Helpful Tips for Success:

  • Apple Selection: Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a bright contrast to the sweet batter, or sweet varieties like Fuji for a naturally sweeter loaf.
  • Extra Spice: Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the cinnamon-sugar mixture for an even warmer flavor.
  • Mix-Ins: Fold in ½ cup of chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter for added crunch.
  • Storage: Store the loaf in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutritional Information:

  • Calories: 310 kcal per slice
  • Servings: Makes 8 slices

This Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf is like autumn in a slice: sweet, spiced, and irresistibly moist. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-day snack, it’s guaranteed to make your fall afternoons extra cozy. 🍎🍁

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