Warm Cinnamon Sugar Apple Loaf Soft Winter Slice

A warm, comforting loaf filled with diced apples and cinnamon sugar. Moist on the inside with a golden, crisp top that sparkles beautifully. Simple, home-style baking for cozy mornings or easy gifting.

Prep time

15 minutes

Cook time

60 minutes

Total time

75 minutes

Yield

10–12 slices

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for batter)

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

3/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)

1 cup peeled, diced apples (about 1 medium)

1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Optional: 1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon until smooth.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and milk until well combined.
4. Step 4: Fold wet ingredients into dry until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
5. Step 5: Stir in diced apples and any optional add-ins.
6. Step 6: Pour batter into the pan, smooth top, and sprinkle cinnamon-sugar mix.
7. Step 7: Bake 50–60 minutes until golden; a toothpick should come out clean.
8. Step 8: Cool 10–15 minutes, then lift from pan and cool completely.
9. Step 9: Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith for texture.

- Tent with foil if the loaf browns before the center is done.

- Substitute half the oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.

- Freeze slices individually for up to 3 months; reheat before serving.

- Add vanilla extract or nutmeg for a deeper aroma.