Gathering Your Ingredients: Simple Autumn Flavors
This recipe uses simple ingredients to create something spectacular.
For the Apple Bread Batter:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup packed light brown sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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¼ cup milk or apple cider
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 cups finely chopped apples (about 2 medium, peeled) (See note on best types!)
For the Crumb Topping (Optional but Highly Recommended):
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup rolled oats
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¼ cup packed light brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
For the Simple Glaze (Optional):
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1-2 tablespoons milk or apple cider
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¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
The Step-by-Step Method: Baking Cozy Magic
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