Scrumptious Apple Butter Bread

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Scrumptious Apple Butter Bread—perfectly moist and packed with rich spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make quick bread combines creamy apple butter, tangy buttermilk, and a hint of vanilla for a mouthwatering aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes. Optional chopped pecans or walnuts add a delightful nutty crunch, making this loaf irresistible for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. With just 15 minutes of prep and baked to golden perfection, it’s the ultimate treat to savor with a cup of coffee or tea. Don’t miss out on this delightful apple bread recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite! Perfect for fall baking, holiday gatherings, or gifting.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Apple butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Buttermilk
• 0.5 cups Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set this mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in the apple butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the dry ingredient mixture in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.

Step 7

If using nuts, gently fold them into the batter with a spatula.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1085.3 grams (1085.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3366

Total Fat 152.30g	195%
Saturated Fat 70.20g	351%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 644mg	215%
Sodium 2791mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 469.70g	171%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g	80%
Total Sugars 266.80g
Protein 48.40g	97%

Vitamin D 145IU	727%
Calcium 323mg	25%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 841mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 54.6%