Fall is the season of cozy flavors, and nothing captures it better than warm apple cinnamon bread. This easy quick bread is soft, moist, and bursting with chunks of sweet apple and a swirl of cinnamon. With a drizzle of glaze on top, it looks as good as it tastes – and the best part is, you don’t need yeast.
This recipe is a variation of classic sweet bread, but with the irresistible flavor of baked apples and cinnamon. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack with coffee, or a simple fall dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick and easy – just 10 minutes of prep.
No yeast required – simple pantry staples.
Moist and tender – thanks to juicy apples baked inside.
Perfect fall flavor – cinnamon + apple = autumn in every bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Flour – all-purpose works best.
Sugar – granulated white sugar for sweetness.
Baking powder – to help it rise.
Salt – balances flavor.
Eggs – large eggs at room temperature.
Milk – 2% or whole, or almond milk for dairy-free.
Vegetable oil – keeps it moist.
Apples – diced, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or Granny Smith.
Cinnamon – warm spice for fall flavor.
Optional glaze – powdered sugar + milk for a drizzle topping.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep apples – peel and dice into small chunks.
Mix dry ingredients – flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Mix wet ingredients – eggs, milk, and oil.
Combine – fold wet into dry, then add diced apples.
Bake – pour into greased loaf pan and bake at 350°F for 40–50 minutes.
Glaze – once cooled, drizzle with icing if desired.
Tips for the Best Apple Bread
Don’t overmix – keeps the texture light.
Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
Add nuts – pecans or walnuts add crunch.
Try a streusel topping for extra sweetness.
Storage & Make Ahead
Counter – wrapped tightly, lasts 2–3 days.
Fridge – up to 6 days in an airtight container.
Freezer – wrap slices and freeze for up to 3 months.
Variations to Try
Apple Walnut Bread – add chopped nuts.
Apple Crumble Bread – top with streusel.
Apple Muffins – bake batter in muffin tins.
Apple Caramel Bread – drizzle with caramel instead of glaze.
Conclusion
If you love fall baking, this Apple Cinnamon Bread is a recipe you’ll return to again and again. With its moist crumb, warm cinnamon, and sweet apple chunks, it’s a cozy comfort food perfect for the season.
Bake it once, and your kitchen will smell like autumn magic. Save this recipe now and enjoy a slice of homemade fall goodness anytime. 🍎🍂
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Apple Cinnamon Bread – The Best Fall Quick Bread
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves (or 6 mini loaves) 1x
Description
This apple cinnamon bread is moist, fluffy, and full of cozy fall flavor. With diced apples, cinnamon, and a drizzle of glaze, it’s the perfect no-yeast quick bread for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- Optional glaze: powdered sugar + milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease loaf pans.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and oil.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in apples.
- Pour into pans and bake 40–50 minutes.
- Cool, glaze if desired, and serve.
Notes
Best apples for baking: Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Braeburn. Do not overmix the batter. Store wrapped at room temperature for 2–3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple bread, apple cinnamon bread, fall quick bread, no yeast apple loaf