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Apple Streusel Bread

Apple Streusel Bread

This Apple Streusel Bread is a delicious treat combining the sweetness of apples with a crumbly streusel topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Ingredients
  • 240 g all-purpose flour Use a light hand when measuring
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder Ensures the bread rises well
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda Helps with the texture
  • 0.5 tsp salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon For warmth and flavor
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg Adds depth to the spice
  • 113 g unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing
  • 200 g granulated sugar Provides sweetness
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature is best
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 120 ml sour cream or plain Greek yogurt Keeps the bread moist
  • 1.5 cups peeled and diced apples Use a tart apple like Granny Smith
Streusel Topping
  • 60 g all-purpose flour For the streusel topping
  • 67 g brown sugar Packed for accurate measurement
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Adds flavor to the topping
  • 45 g unsalted butter Cold and cubed for a crumbly texture
Glaze (optional)
  • 60 g powdered sugar For a sweet glaze
  • 30 ml milk or cream Adjust for desired consistency
  • 0.25 tsp vanilla extract For flavor in the glaze

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and sour cream (or yogurt) to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  6. For the streusel topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over the batter.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. If using the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.

Notes

This bread is perfect for breakfast or dessert. You can replace apples with pears for a different flavor.