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Apple Pie Loaf

If you’re looking for the perfect combination of warm, comforting flavours, this Apple Pie Loaf is exactly what you need! With a rich, cinnamon-spiced batter and sweet apple pie filling, this loaf is like having apple pie in every slice. Topped with a simple glaze, it’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a special treat with a cup of tea. Let’s dive into this easy and delicious recipe!

Ingredients

For the Loaf:

• 2½ cups self-raising flour
• 1 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar or granulated sugar)
• 3 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt (optional)
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup strong brewed rooibos tea
• ½ cup melted oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

For the Apple Pie Filling:

• 2 cups chopped pink apples
• ⅓ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

For the Frosting:

• 1½ cups icing sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk

 

Method:

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt (if using).
2. In a separate bowl, pour in the milk, brewed rooibos tea, melted oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
3. In a small bowl, mix the chopped apples with sugar and cinnamon until the apples are well coated.
4. Line a loaf tin with parchment paper or grease it with non-stick spray. Pour half of the cake batter into the tin. Top with half of the apple mixture. Pour the remaining batter over the apples and finish by topping with the remaining cinnamon apples.
5. Bake the loaf at 180°C (350°F) for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
6. Let the loaf cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack. While the loaf cools, prepare the glaze by whisking the icing sugar and milk together until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf.
7. Slice and enjoy the delicious flavours of apple pie in every bite!

 

This Apple Pie Loaf is a perfect blend of fluffy, cinnamon-spiced bread and sweet, juicy apples. The rooibos tea adds a subtle, earthy flavour that pairs beautifully with the apples and spices. The simple glaze on top adds a touch of sweetness, making each slice irresistible!