If you’re in the mood for a comforting treat, the Cinnamon Spice Apple Bread might just be the answer. It blends hearty ingredients like apples and bananas with a warm spice medley, creating a delightful experience for your taste buds. Perfect for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack, it’s sure to bring smiles all around.
When it comes to substitutions, feel free to swap the Greek yogurt with extra almond milk for a dairy-free option. If you’re looking for a nut-free recipe, simply leave out the almonds and walnuts. Sourcing quality ingredients can really enhance the flavor, especially with spices—freshly ground cinnamon can make a noticeable difference. The overripe bananas are perfect for adding natural sweetness and moisture, while the carrots contribute a subtle earthiness.
Bread & Rolls
Cinnamon Spice Apple Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 overripe bananas
- 2 carrots, cut up
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 3/4 cup almond milk
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt (optional, up almond milk to make dairy free)
- 3 gala apples, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 eggs
- 1-2 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup candied walnuts (or cinnamon coated, optional but tasty)
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup turbinado sugar
- 1/4 cup crushed candied walnuts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons water (use more if not using butter)
Instructions
- Microwave the diced apples with a sprinkling of cinnamon for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- In a blender, combine the softened apples, 3/4 cup almond milk, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup almonds, 2 cut-up carrots, and 1 tablespoon vanilla. Blend until the almonds are crushed and the carrots are well blended.
- In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: 3 cups whole wheat flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1-2 tablespoons cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.
- Pour the blended wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and 1/4 cup crushed walnuts into the mixture.
- Grease a baking dish and pour the batter into it. Top with the oat crumble topping.
- To make the crumble topping, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and combine it with 1 cup oats, 1/2 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup turbinado sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 2 tablespoons water, stirring until well mixed.
- Spread the crumble topping evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.