Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup sour cream or non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Add-ins
- 1 cup apple, peeled and diced
- ½ cup caramel bits
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or spray it thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add sugar, brown sugar, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon to the wet mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are fully incorporated without overmixing.
- Fold in Apples and Caramel Bits: Gently fold in the peeled and diced apples along with the caramel bits, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the prepared batter into the lined or greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly for consistent baking.
- Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before removing. Slice and enjoy your delicious caramel apple bread!
Notes
- Using sour cream or Greek yogurt adds moisture and a slight tang, enhancing the flavor and texture.
- Make sure to peel the apples to avoid any tough skin in the bread.
- You can substitute caramel bits with chopped caramel candies for a gooier texture.
- Check the bread after 55 minutes to avoid overbaking, as oven temperatures may vary.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American