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Spiced Apple Butter Loaf

Deliciously Moist Spiced Apple Butter Loaf to Savor

This Spiced Apple Butter Loaf is a cozy dessert, perfect for tea or gatherings, featuring rich flavors and a moist crumb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Loaf
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitutable with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Alternatively use pumpkin spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice Can substitute with nutmeg and cinnamon mix
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg Freshly grated enhances flavor
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • ½ cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted butter
  • 2 large eggs No substitutes recommended unless vegan
  • 1 cup apple butter Homemade or store-bought is fine
  • ½ cup buttermilk Can use milk with vinegar as substitute
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • ½ cup butter (softened) At room temperature
  • 2 cups icing sugar Sifted for smoothness
  • 8 ounces cold cream cheese Full-fat recommended
  • Extra apple butter For decorative swirls

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Loaf pan
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your workspace.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, and ground nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Stir in apple butter and buttermilk.
  4. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients and fold together until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the frosting, beat together butter and icing sugar until light, then mix in cream cheese until smooth.
  10. Frost the cooled loaf and swirl extra apple butter on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf light and tender. Check for doneness 5 minutes early to prevent over-baking.

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