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Caramel Apple Bread

Caramel Apple Bread
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Caramel Apple Bread is a moist, tender quick bread that perfectly balances the tartness of fresh apples with rich, gooey caramel swirls. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack, this easy-to-make recipe incorporates warm spices and buttery sweetness for a comforting autumn treat.

Ingredients

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Fruit and Sauce

  • 2 medium fresh apples (preferably Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus extra for tossing apples)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for tossing apples)
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (homemade or high-quality store-bought)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Apples: Peel, core, and dice the fresh apples into small chunks to ensure even baking and flavorful bites. Toss the diced apples with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 2 tablespoons sugar to enhance their natural sweetness.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon to evenly distribute spices and leavening agents throughout the batter.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps develop a tender crumb.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, beating until fully combined to add structure and moisture.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing gently and avoiding overmixing to keep the bread light and tender.
  6. Incorporate Apples and Caramel: Fold in the diced apples, then gently swirl in the caramel sauce to create pockets of gooey sweetness throughout the bread.
  7. Bake and Cool: Pour the batter into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing to let the flavors set.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm apples to prevent mushiness after baking.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to ensure a tender, moist bread.
  • Add caramel sauce last to create beautiful caramel pockets rather than blending it fully.
  • Start checking doneness around 50 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  • Cool the bread completely before slicing to help it set and retain moisture.

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Keywords: Caramel apple bread, quick bread, fall dessert, autumn baking, caramel apple recipe, moist bread, cinnamon bread, seasonal treat, sweet bread

Find it online: https://marybaking.com/caramel-apple-bread/