Air Fryer Apple Bread
This innovative apple bread recipe uses your air fryer to create a perfectly moist, caramelized treat in a fraction of the time compared to conventional oven baking. With tender apple pieces and warm cinnamon spices, this quick bread is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- 7x3 inch Loaf Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
- ⅔ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples peeled and diced (about 1½ cups)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Measure all ingredients and ensure they're at room temperature for optimal mixing. If your eggs are cold, place them in warm water for 5 minutes to quickly bring them to room temperature.
- Line a small loaf pan (approximately 7×3 inches) that fits in your air fryer with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and Greek yogurt until well-incorporated.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the diced apples, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top.
- Preheat your air fryer to 310°F (155°C) for 3 minutes. Place the loaf pan in the air fryer basket and cook for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before using the parchment paper to lift it out onto a cooling rack. Let it cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using a mix of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples.
- Fill the loaf pan only 2/3 full to allow for proper rising.
- Avoid opening the air fryer too frequently as this reduces temperature and extends cooking time.
- Dice apples into roughly ¼-inch pieces for best texture and even cooking.
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Fill the loaf pan only 2/3 full to allow for proper rising.
- Avoid opening the air fryer too frequently as this reduces temperature and extends cooking time.
- Dice apples into roughly ¼-inch pieces for best texture and even cooking.
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3.5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 18g
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