Quick Apple Bread
Quick Apple Bread is a wonderfully aromatic loaf, combining fresh apples and cinnamon for a delightful treat that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups chopped apples
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and measure out the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in one bowl.
- In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, chopped apples, and vanilla extract.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to remove lumps.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- Whisk the mixture of vegetable oil, eggs, apples, and vanilla until well blended.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—don't overmix.
Prepare the Loaf Pan
- Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
Pour the Batter
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top, adding any desired toppings.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Cool the Bread
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Slice and Serve
- Slice the bread and serve it plain or with butter.
Notes
Store any leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil at room temperature for 2-3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.