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For the Topping:
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons butter (cold and cubed)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
How to Make Dutch Apple Bread:
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or you can use parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add the Apples: Gently fold in the chopped apples until they are evenly distributed in the batter. The apples will add moisture and flavor to the bread.
- Make the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake: Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. You’ll know it’s done when your kitchen smells heavenly!
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Dutch Apple Bread:
- Use Crisp Apples: Granny Smith apples or any firm apple variety works best for this bread. Their tartness balances out the sweetness of the bread.
- Don’t Overmix: When mixing the batter, try not to overwork it. Overmixing can make the bread dense and heavy, and we want it light and tender!
- Optional Add-ins: Want to take it up a notch? Add some chopped walnuts or raisins to the bread batter for extra texture and flavor.
Why You Won’t Regret Trying This Recipe
Dutch Apple Bread is perfect for sharing with family and friends, whether you’re having a cozy weekend breakfast or bringing a homemade treat to a potluck. It’s a comforting, warm, and inviting treat that everyone will rave about.
I promise, if you try this recipe, you’ll never look at apple bread the same way again. 🙌 So, go ahead and give it a try—you won’t regret it! Your taste buds will thank you.
Let me know if you make it! If you’re excited to bake this, raise your hand 🙋♀️ and get your oven ready for a delicious experience.
Happy baking, everyone! 💚
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