There’s something magical about the smell of apples, cinnamon, and sugar wafting through the kitchen—and that’s exactly what this Apple Pie Bread delivers. Soft, moist, and bursting with warm, cozy flavors, it’s the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting afternoon snack. The first time I made it, I was worried it would be too dense or overly sweet, but the combination of fresh apples and a tender batter proved otherwise. Each bite tastes like a slice of apple pie in bread form!
Ingredients You’ll Need
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
• 2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• Optional glaze: ½ cup powdered sugar + 1–2 tbsp milk
Step-by-Step Method (Numbered)
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. - Prepare Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. - Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract. - Add Yogurt
Mix in the yogurt or sour cream until smooth. - Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Don’t overmix to keep the bread tender. - Prepare Apples
Toss chopped apples in 1–2 tablespoons of flour (helps prevent sinking). Gently fold them into the batter along with optional nuts. - Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. - Cool and Optional Glaze
Let the bread cool for 10–15 minutes before removing from the pan. If desired, mix powdered sugar and milk for a simple glaze and drizzle over the top.