Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Feel free to substitute whole wheat flour for a portion of the all-purpose flour if you like a heartier texture. You can also swap the walnuts for pecans or omit them if you prefer a nut-free version.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar with a pinch of cinnamon and sprinkle it over the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown, and your kitchen will be filled with the irresistible scent of cinnamon and apples.
- Let the bread 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 before slicing to ensure clean cuts and a perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International