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## **Ingredients**
### **For the Bread:**
– 2 cups **all-purpose flour**
– 1 teaspoon **baking soda**
– ½ teaspoon **baking powder**
– ½ teaspoon **salt**
– 1 teaspoon **cinnamon**
– ½ cup **unsalted butter, melted**
– ¾ cup **granulated sugar**
– 2 **large eggs**
– 1 teaspoon **vanilla extract**
– ½ cup **milk (or buttermilk for extra moisture!)**
– 1 ½ cups **apples, peeled and diced** (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
### **For the Cinnamon Swirl:**
– ¼ cup **brown sugar**
– 1 teaspoon **cinnamon**
### **Optional Glaze:**
– ½ cup **powdered sugar**
– 1-2 tablespoons **milk**
– ½ teaspoon **vanilla extract**
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## **How to Make Apple Cinnamon Bread**
### **Step 1: Prepare the Batter**
1. Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Grease a **9×5-inch loaf pan** and line it with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together **flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon**.
3. In a separate large bowl, mix **melted butter and sugar** until smooth.
4. Add **eggs, vanilla, and milk**, whisking until combined.
5. Gradually stir in the **dry ingredients**, mixing just until combined.
6. Gently fold in the **chopped apples**.
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### **Step 2: Add the Cinnamon Swirl**
1. In a small bowl, mix **brown sugar and cinnamon**.
2. Pour **half of the batter** into the prepared loaf pan.
3. Sprinkle **half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture** over the batter.
4. Add the **remaining batter**, then top with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mix.
5. Use a knife to **gently swirl the cinnamon layer** into the batter.
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### **Step 3: Bake to Perfection**
1. Bake for **50-60 minutes**, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
2. Let the bread cool in the pan for **10-15 minutes**, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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### **Step 4: (Optional) Add the Glaze**
1. Whisk together **powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract** until smooth.
2. Drizzle over the cooled bread for extra sweetness.
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## **Serving & Storage Tips**
🍏 **Best served warm** – A slice with butter or cream cheese is divine!
❄ **Store in an airtight container** at room temp for **3-4 days** or refrigerate for up to **a week**.
🥶 **Freezing Tip** – Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to **3 months**.
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## **Final Thoughts**
This **Irresistible Apple Cinnamon Bread** is the **ultimate comforting treat**, perfect for cozy mornings or as an anytime snack. It’s easy to make, incredibly flavorful, and sure to become a favorite in your home!
💬 **Would you try this recipe? Let me know in the comments!** 🍏🍞😊
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