Ingredients
To create this delightful bread, gather the following ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 large egg (for cheesecake layer)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cheesecake layer)
If you’re out of sour cream, Greek yogurt makes a great substitute, keeping the bread moist and adding a slight tang.
Instructions
Follow these steps to bring your Cinnamon Swirl Apple Cheesecake Bread to life:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream, until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples gently, being careful not to overmix.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla for the cheesecake layer until smooth.
- Pour half of the apple batter into the prepared loaf pan, then spread the cheesecake mixture over it. Top with the remaining apple batter.
- Using a knife, gently swirl the batter to create the cinnamon swirl effect.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Remember, patience is key here—let the bread cool completely to ensure it holds its shape when sliced.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International