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Spiced Apple Bread with Streusel Topping Recipe

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This moist and flavorful Apple Bread is a delightful quick bread perfect for fall or any brunch table. Featuring tender diced apples folded into a spiced batter and topped with a crunchy cinnamon streusel, this recipe combines a soft crumb with a crisp topping for a comforting and easy-to-make treat.

Ingredients

For the Streusel

  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

For the Apple Bread

  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 large Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Golden Delicious apple, peeled and diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare loaf pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving about a 1-inch overhang along the long sides to easily lift out the bread once baked.
  2. Make the streusel topping: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Slowly drizzle the melted butter over the dry ingredients while tossing with a fork to combine thoroughly. Mix until you have a crumbly, doughy mixture. Set aside.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: In another medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients: Using a hand or stand mixer fitted with a beater, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar on medium speed for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until fully incorporated. Then add the Greek yogurt and whole milk and mix until smooth and creamy.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Start mixing on low speed and then increase to medium, beating for 1 to 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  6. Fold apples into batter: Gently fold the peeled, diced apple pieces into the batter using a rubber spatula, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
  7. Pour batter into loaf pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and evenly sprinkle the streusel topping over the surface.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the streusel topping is golden-brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then, using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bread out and transfer it to a wire rack. Allow it to cool an additional 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use a tart apple like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
  • Make sure the butter and egg are at room temperature to ensure smooth incorporation.
  • Do not overmix once apples are folded in to keep the bread tender.
  • The streusel topping can be prepped ahead and stored in an airtight container.
  • This bread pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, making it perfect for fall breakfasts or brunch.

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