Apple Walnut Bread (Bread Machine – Abm) is a wonderful blend of sweet apples and crunchy walnuts, all created with the help of your trusty bread machine. If you’re looking for an effortless way to fill your home with the delightful aroma of fresh bread, then look no further.
When making Apple Walnut Bread, the quality of ingredients can really shine through. If you’re dairy-free, using margarine instead of butter works just fine. For those who may be allergic to nuts, simply skip the walnuts or substitute with seeds. Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and if you can find local applesauce, you’ll be one step closer to homemade heaven.
Bread & Rolls
Apple Walnut Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3/8 cup apple juice
- 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Pour 3/8 cup apple juice and 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce into the bread pan as the instructions direct.
- Add 3 tablespoons of butter or margarine, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon salt to the pan.
- Sift in 4 cups of bread flour, followed by 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, making sure none of the dry ingredients mix with the wet yet.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and carefully pour in 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast, keeping it separate from the salt and liquid.
- Select the Sweet Bread setting on your bread machine, adjusting the crust color according to your preference.
- Press start and let the machine work its magic. Note that you can hold out the 1/2 cup chopped walnuts to add at the beep if you enjoy a little extra crunch.
- If you’re feeling adventurous, consider adding the walnuts at the start for a more integrated flavor, but do remember that the original method is just as delightful.