Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup apple cider
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large apples, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with apple cider, mixing until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
- Arrange sliced apples on top of batter, sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Let cool, then drizzle with caramel sauce and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the batter.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweetness.
- Caramelize the apple slices in a skillet with sugar and cinnamon before topping for an enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg