The Flavors of Fall: Apple-Almond Loaf Bread

Are you looking for some baking inspiration? Try this Apple-Almond Loaf Bread which is the perfect combination of spices with the sweet flavors of Fall.

Autumn is the perfect season for baking delicious breads, pies and cakes.  By the way, Have you tried my recipe for Banana-Nut Bread? If you have, this recipe for apple-almond loaf  bread is very similar and equally delicious.

This recipe is inspired by an article published by Food Network Magazine many years ago. In this article they teach you how to mix and match ingredients to make the perfect quick bread. Since then, I have created so many variations of bread; from Banana-nut bread to Carrot bread with walnuts! the possibilities are endless.

Since apples are in season, this is the perfect recipe for the Fall.

Recipe for Apple-Almond Loaf Bread.

• 1 cup of apples, Shredded and squeezed dry.
• 3/4 cup almonds, toasted and chopped.
• 1¼ cups of all purpose flour.
• 3/4 cup white sugar.
• 1½ teaspoon baking powder.
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg.
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Preparation:

-Preheat the oven to 350°. lightly butter one 8 x 4 loaf pan.

-In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add the almonds.

-In a medium bowl, whisk two eggs with vegetable oil, sour cream and vanilla extract. Stir in the shredded apple into the egg mixture, then fold into the dry mixture until just combined

-Pour the batter in the prepare pan. Bake for about 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely before serving.

This loaf is so yummy and easy to make, I can’t wait for you to try it!

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Happy Baking!

Johanny