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Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch

Irresistible Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch Delight

Try this Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch for a delightful blend of fresh apples and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour blend can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Use pumpkin spice for a seasonal twist.
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Omit if not preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for taste.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Make sure it's fresh to avoid dense bread.
  • 2 large eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Substitute with melted butter or applesauce for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup applesauce Use additional oil if not using applesauce.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Almond extract can be a flavorful substitute.
  • 1.5 cups peeled apples Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans Substitute walnuts or almonds if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for sprinkling Coconut sugar can be used for an alternative sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Can mix with additional spices like ginger.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder until evenly combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, folding until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced apples and chopped pecans into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the pecans, sugar, and ground cinnamon; sprinkle over the batter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
  10. Allow to cool slightly before slicing with a sharp knife; serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover Apple Bread in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.

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