This deliciously sweet apple bread with hints of seasonal spices is the perfect fall dessert. Each bite is packed with apple chunks and hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Make this your new fall favorite indulgence.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper, also greasing the paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk 4 large eggs, 1 cup oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined. The batter will be very thick.
Fold the prepared 2 cups apples into the batter and add to the prepared bread pan.
Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the bread in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Apple Cider Glaze
In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup apple cider to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer until the liquid has reduced by half.
Remove from the heat and whisk in 1 tablespoon salted butter, 6 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Drizzle the warm glaze over the cooled bread.
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Originally posted August 19, 2020Updated on August 30, 2023