Imagine a slice of warm, moist bread that captures the essence of fall in every single bite. This Spiced Apple Maple Walnut Bread is not just a recipe—it's a sensory journey that transforms your kitchen into a cozy autumn sanctuary. With the perfect balance of sweet maple, warming spices, and crunchy walnuts, this bread is about to become your new seasonal obsession that will have friends and family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup apples, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the bread later.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Set this dry mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the maple syrup to the butter and sugar mixture, and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
- Crack the two large eggs into the mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition until the eggs are fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
- Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts gently using a spatula or wooden spoon until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice the Spiced Apple Maple Walnut Bread and enjoy it plain or with a spread of butter. This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for longer freshness.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients: Ensure butter, eggs, and maple syrup are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender and prevent a tough, dense result.
- Choose crisp, firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor contrast.
- Toast the walnuts briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch.
- Check doneness with the toothpick test: A clean toothpick means your bread is perfectly baked.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to help it set and prevent crumbling.
- For extra moisture, you can brush the top with additional maple syrup right after baking for a glossy, sweet finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 55mg
