Description

Apple Pie Banana Bread combines the best of two beloved desserts: the comforting flavors of apple pie and the moist, delicious texture of banana bread. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, this bread is bursting with warm cinnamon, sweet apples, and ripe bananas. Plus, it’s easy to make and sure to impress!

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Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
¾ cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)
1 cup peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating apples)
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Apples

Peel and dice the apples into small cubes.
Toss the diced apples with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking in the batter.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In another large bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Mix until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
Gently fold until just combined—be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5: Fold in Apples and Nuts

Gently fold in the floured apples and chopped walnuts or pecans (if using).

Step 6: Bake the Bread

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Optional: Sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top for extra flavor.
Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be.
Toss Apples in Flour: This prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the bread.
Don’t Overmix: To keep the bread moist and tender, mix until just combined.
Add a Streusel Topping: For extra crunch, mix ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle on top before baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
Cuisine: American