Description
This Dutch apple bread features tart apple chunks, a buttery cinnamon-infused crumb, and a creamy vanilla glaze. It’s a simple, crowd-pleasing quick bread perfect for brunch, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped tart apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- For the Creamy Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray and line with parchment paper if desired.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using). Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Scrape down the bowl to combine.
- Mix in sour cream or Greek yogurt. Batter may look curdled; this is normal.
- Add dry ingredients to wet mixture in two parts, mixing gently after each addition until just combined.
- Fold in chopped apples and walnuts or pecans (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking at 50 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter, the bread is done.
- Let bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until creamy and pourable.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled bread, letting it drip down the sides. Let set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, use tart apples like Granny Smith. Toss apple chunks in a little flour to prevent sinking. Let bread cool completely before glazing. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 GF flour blend. To make nut-free, omit walnuts/pecans. Bread freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of loaf)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Dutch apple bread, apple loaf, quick bread, dessert bread, cinnamon apple bread, glazed apple bread, easy apple bread, homemade apple bread, brunch, snack