Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or your favorite variety)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step is crucial for achieving that tender crumb we all love.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, toss the chopped apples with cinnamon and brown sugar until evenly coated. This is where the magic happens, as the apples will caramelize beautifully as they bake.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Layer half of the apple mixture over the batter. Repeat with the remaining batter and apples, gently pressing the apples into the batter.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The aroma will fill your kitchen and perhaps bring back memories of simpler times, just like it does for me.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
