Description
This Apple Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a delightful treat filled with sweet, spiced apples and a cinnamon sugar swirl, all wrapped in a soft, fluffy bread. Perfect for any time of day, this aromatic bread will fill your home with the comforting scents of fall.
Ingredients
For the Bread Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
For the Apple Cinnamon Filling:
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Gala), peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, to thicken the filling)
For the Swirl and Topping:
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Dissolve the yeast in warm water, then add milk, melted butter, vanilla, and egg. Mix wet into dry ingredients to form a dough.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth. Let it rise for about 1 hour.
- Make the Apple Filling: Combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Add cornstarch if desired for thickness.
- Roll Out the Dough: Roll the dough into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
- Add the Filling: Spread the apple mixture over the dough, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Roll and Shape the Bread: Roll the dough into a log, place in a loaf pan, and let it rise again.
- Second Rise: Let the dough rise for 30-45 minutes until slightly above the pan.
- Bake the Bread: Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Apple Choices: Use Granny Smith for a tangy flavor or Gala for a sweeter taste.
- Storage: Store at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Optional Glaze: Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar and milk glaze for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
