Fresh Apple Bread
Submitted by trytwice
Simple apple quick bread spiced with cinnamon and cloves, studded with chopped nuts. A dusting of confectioner’s sugar adds an elegant finish to this homestyle loaf.
YIELD
12 servingsPREP
10 minCOOK
1 hrsREADY
2 hrsThis straightforward apple bread lets the fruit shine with just enough warm spice to enhance (not mask) the fresh apple flavor.
Two full cups of chopped apples throughout the batter ensure every slice is packed with fruit, while the cinnamon and cloves add cozy autumn warmth.
A light dusting of confectioner’s sugar after cooling transforms this humble loaf into something pretty enough to serve to guests.
Pro Tips
- Pare and chop apples into small, uniform pieces so they distribute evenly throughout the batter
- Let the bread cool completely in the pan before removing to prevent it from breaking apart
- Dust with confectioner’s sugar just before serving so it doesn’t absorb into the bread
- Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days (the flavor actually improves on day two)
Ingredients
Directions
Cream together shortening and sugar.
Add egg, beat well. Sift together flour, soda, salt, cloves and cinnamon.
Add to shortening mixture, then stir in apples and nuts.
Pour into 9 inch greased loaf pan.
Bake 1 hour at 350℉ (180℃). Let stand until cool.
Remove bread from pan and sprinkle with confectioner’s sugar.
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