Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch: A Fall Love Story

Warm, spiced apple bread with a crunchy cinnamon pecan topping! Perfect for cozy fall mornings, afternoon tea, or a sweet treat. Easy to make and packed with autumn flavors

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After a decade of perfecting quick bread in my kitchen, I can tell you that nothing captures the essence of autumn quite like the aroma of apple bread baking. This recipe, with its crown of crunchy cinnamon-spiced pecans, has become my signature fall creation, bringing warmth and comfort to countless breakfast tables.

Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch

The Heart of Home Baking

There’s something magical about the moment when fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and buttery pecans come together in a tender, moist bread. This recipe isn’t just about creating a delicious treat; it’s about crafting memories that linger long after the last crumb has been savored.

Essential Components

The Perfect Ingredients (Makes 1 9×5 loaf)

For the Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 medium apples, diced (about 2 cups)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Pecan Crunch Topping:

• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Method to the Magic

1. Prep (15 minutes)

• Preheat oven to 350°F
• Grease a 9×5 loaf pan
• Dice apples into 1/4-inch cubes
• Toast pecans until fragrant

1. Mix (10 minutes)

• Whisk dry ingredients
• Beat wet ingredients separately
• Fold in apples gently

1. Top (5 minutes)

• Combine topping ingredients
• Sprinkle over batter

1. Bake (60-65 minutes)

• Until golden brown
• Toothpick comes out clean

Seasonal Baking Notes

Chef’s Secrets

After years of perfecting this recipe, I’ve discovered:

• Let eggs and milk reach room temperature
• Don’t overmix the batter
• Tent with foil if top browns too quickly
• Cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing

Storage Tips

Serving Suggestions

Serve this bread:

• Warm with butter for breakfast
• Toasted with afternoon tea
• As a base for bread pudding
• Alongside autumn soups

Remember, this isn’t just bread – it’s a moment of comfort, a slice of home, and a reminder that the simplest things often bring the greatest joy. Each loaf carries the warmth of fall and the promise of memories shared around the table.

“In the rhythm of baking, in the scent of apples and cinnamon, we find our way home.”

Apple Bread with Cinnamon Pecan Crunch

Warm, spiced apple bread with a crunchy cinnamon pecan topping! Perfect for cozy fall mornings, afternoon tea, or a sweet treat. Easy to make and packed with autumn flavors

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 10 people

Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

• 9×5-inch loaf pan

Ingredients

  

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For the Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 medium apples diced (about 2 cups)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar light or dark
• 2 large eggs room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Pecan Crunch Topping:

• 1 cup pecans chopped & toasted
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
• Prepare Ingredients: Dice apples into small cubes and toast pecans until fragrant.
• Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
• Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
• Combine: Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in diced apples.
• Prepare Topping: Mix pecans, brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
• Assemble: Pour batter into the loaf pan and evenly sprinkle with the pecan topping.
• Bake: Place in the oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Use Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples for the best texture and flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter—this keeps the bread soft and tender.
• If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent with foil for the last 15 minutes of baking.
• Let the bread rest before slicing for better texture and flavor development.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSugar: 15g

Keyword Apple Bread, Apple Cinnamon Loaf, Cinnamon Pecan Bread, Fall Baking, Quick Bread Recipe

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