Description
Warm Apple Pecan Sweet Bread is a heartwarming fall treat that brings together the sweetness of apples and the crunchy goodness of pecans in a soft, fluffy loaf. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a delightful breakfast alongside your morning coffee, this recipe creates an irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen with autumnal joy. Enjoy thick slices warm from the oven, topped with butter or cream cheese frosting for an added indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and eggs until creamy. Gradually mix in milk.
- Combine the wet ingredients with dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed. Fold in diced apples and toasted pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg