Apple Butter Bread Recipe

This Apple Butter Bread recipe, found in my electric co-op magazine, is a family favorite! The secret? Dark, rich apple butter – the darker, the better! This recipe uses White House Apple Butter (highly recommended!), resulting in a wonderfully moist and flavorful quick bread. Get ready to enjoy this delicious, spiced treat – perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 333 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.4 (9 Reviews)
Apple Butter Bread

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Butter Bread

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) dark apple butter
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • Clove
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Canola Oil
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

How to Make Apple Butter Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or 3-4 mini-loaf pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the apple butter, cinnamon, and cloves. Mix well.
  3. Add the water, oil, and brown sugar to the apple butter mixture. Whisk until combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs until the batter is smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan(s).
  8. Bake for 65-70 minutes for a 9x5 inch loaf, or 45-50 minutes for mini-loaves, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

137g

Fat

5g

Carbs

17g