Delightful Maple Cinnamon Apple Loaf
This delightful maple cinnamon apple loaf is a moist and flavorful treat, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. It features sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and the rich notes of maple syrup, with optional walnuts and cranberries for added texture.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Large bowl
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
- Wire rack
Ingredients
Pantry Staples
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
The Stars of the Show
- 2 medium fresh apples (like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith), cored, peeled, and chopped
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Enhancements
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by greasing and flouring it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and maple syrup until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one by one, ensuring full incorporation, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples, along with any optional walnuts or dried cranberries, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Ensure apples are finely chopped for even distribution and baking.