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Apple Pie Bread: The Ultimate Fall Comfort Food That’s Easier Than Pie

July 24, 2026

Gathering Your Ingredients: Simple Autumn Flavors

This recipe uses simple ingredients to create something spectacular.

 

For the Apple Bread Batter:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • ¼ cup milk or apple cider

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 2 cups finely chopped apples (about 2 medium, peeled) (See note on best types!)

For the Crumb Topping (Optional but Highly Recommended):

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup rolled oats

  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar

  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

  • 3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

For the Simple Glaze (Optional):

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1-2 tablespoons milk or apple cider

  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

The Step-by-Step Method: Baking Cozy Magic

 

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