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Apple and Spice Bread: The Cozy Embrace of Tea

Name: Apple and Spice Bread: The Cozy Embrace of Tea
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 10-12 slices
Cuisine: Brasileira
Ingredients: 2 cups (240g) All-purpose flour; 1 e 1/2 cups (300g) Granulated sugar; 1/2 cup (120ml) Vegetable oil; 2 units Large eggs; 2-3 medium units (approx. 400g), peeled, without the core, and chopped into small cubes Apples (Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith); 1 teaspoon Baking powder; 1 teaspoon Baking soda; 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon Noz-moscada ralada; 1/4 teaspoon (optional) Ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Vanilla essence

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Apple and Spice Bread: The Cozy Embrace of Tea

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time60 min

Servings10-12 slices

DifficultyEasy

Calories250 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"This quick apple bread features an extremely moist crumb perfumed with cinnamon, nutmeg, and soft pieces of the fruit scattered throughout the dough. A simple homemade recipe that dispenses with a mixer and perfumes the whole environment during baking."

Discover the Apple and Spice Bread recipe, a moist and fragrant cake, perfect to accompany your afternoon tea. Fácil de fazer e cheio de sabor.

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- The use of vegetable oil instead of butter ensures a cake that remains fresh and soft for days at room temperature. - The balanced combination of baking soda and chemical yeast ensures uniform growth with a slightly cracked top. - Mixing the dry ingredients to the liquids only until incorporated prevents excessive gluten development.

Ingredients

2 cups (240g) All-purpose flour
1 e 1/2 cups (300g) Granulated sugar
1/2 cup (120ml) Vegetable oil
2 units Large eggs
2-3 medium units (approx. 400g), peeled, without the core, and chopped into small cubes Apples (Fuji, Gala, or Granny Smith)
1 teaspoon Baking powder
1 teaspoon Baking soda
1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Noz-moscada ralada
1/4 teaspoon (optional) Ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Vanilla essence

Instructions

Instructions: Detailed Step by Step

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a loaf pan of approximately 23x13 cm with butter or cooking spray and lightly flour it. This will ensure the cake does not stick.

In a large bowl, sift the wheat flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon powder, grated nutmeg, clove powder (if using), and salt. Mix all dry ingredients well with a whisk to aerate and combine evenly.

In another separate bowl, beat the large eggs with the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until a homogeneous and slightly aerated mixture is obtained. Make sure the ingredients are well incorporated before the next step.

Pour the liquid ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula, only until the flour is incorporated. It is crucial not to overmix at this stage so as not to develop the gluten, which would make the cake heavy.

Adicione os cubos de maçã picados à massa e misture suavemente, garantindo que estejam bem distribuídos por toda a massa. Uma mistura leve evita que as maçãs se concentrem apenas no fundo da forma.

Transfer the dough to the prepared bread pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Give light taps on the pan to eliminate air bubbles and level the surface.

Bake in a preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. The time may vary depending on the oven. To check the doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean and without raw dough residue.

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes. This resting time helps to firm the cake structure before unmolding, preventing it from breaking. After that, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve the Apple and Spice Bread warm or at room temperature, enjoying the comforting aroma and flavor of the spices and apple. It pairs perfectly with a hot drink or a creamy side.

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Chef Tips

- Corte as maçãs em cubos pequenos e regulares de cerca de 1 cm para garantir cozimento homogêneo no interior da massa. - Não bata a massa em excesso; use uma espátula de silicone com movimentos envolventes suaves até sumir a farinha seca. - Teste o ponto com um palito no centro da massa aos 50 minutos de forno; o palito deve sair limpo e sem resíduos úmidos.

Variations

- Add half a cup of chopped walnuts or Brazil nuts to add crunchy contrast to the soft dough. - Mix half a cup of dark raisins or pieces of dried apricot hydrated in warm juice into the dough. - Sprinkle a tablespoon of sugar with a pinch of cinnamon over the pan before taking to the oven to create a crunchy crust.

Substitutions

- The white sugar can be replaced in equal parts by light brown sugar to intensify the molasses notes. - Neutral vegetable oil can be swapped for melted coconut oil or mild low-acidity olive oil. - Fuji apples can be replaced by Granny Smith (green) apples to introduce contrasting acidity.

How to Store

Store the sliced or whole bread in a closed container or wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 4 days. On very hot days, keep refrigerated for up to 6 days, heating the slice before consuming.

Can You Freeze It?

Freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to 3 months. To thaw, leave for 30 minutes at room temperature or heat in the toaster or electric oven for 5 minutes.

What to Serve With

Ideal to accompany a cup of black tea, freshly brewed pure drip coffee, or steamed milk with cinnamon. A lightly warmed slice with salted butter or peanut butter is excellent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it mandatory to peel the apples before chopping?

Peeling ensures a smooth texture without pieces of fibrous skin in the dough, but keeping the skin is possible if you prefer to keep extra fiber and more rustic pieces.

Why did the cake take more than an hour to bake in the center?

The high moisture content of fresh apples slows down internal cooking; make sure the oven temperature is at a stable 180°C and do not open the door before 45 minutes.