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Welcome to the comforting world of homemade baking! There’s something undeniably special about filling your home with the warm, inviting aromas of freshly baked goods. Today, we're diving into a delightful recipe that perfectly embodies the essence of cozy, homey treats: Cozy Apple Cinnamon Bread with Crumb Topping. Whether you’re nestled up with a warm cup of tea or looking for a sweet addition to your breakfast table, this bread is the perfect companion for fall or any cozy occasion.

Warm up with some apple cinnamon bread with crumb topping

Warm up your kitchen with this deliciously cozy Apple Cinnamon Bread topped with a crunchy crumb topping! This sweet treat combines fluffy bread, freshly diced apples, and a hint of cinnamon for the perfect comfort food. With easy steps and simple ingredients, you can bake a loaf in just about 90 minutes. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or save some for later. This is a recipe you'll want to have on hand as the seasons change!
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Ingredients
  

For the Bread:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith)

For the Crumb Topping:

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

    Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter cubes and use a fork or your fingers to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in nuts if using. Set aside.

      Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

        Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

          Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold it in with a spatula until just combined. Avoid over-mixing. Then, fold in the diced apples.

            Pour into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over the batter.

              Bake: Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).

                Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Serve: Slice the warm apple cinnamon bread and enjoy it fresh, or store it in an airtight container to savor later!

                    Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Servings: 10 slices