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Apple Cheddar Quick Bread Recipe

Tart apples + salty cheddar cheese is a perfect marriage in this delicious Apple Cheddar Quick Bread.

A loaf of apple cheddar bread on a cutting board

I normally only make Banana Bread so was curious to see how apple bread would taste. Apples & cheese at first may look like a strange combination but they actually go together perfectly.

The sweet tartness of the apples compliments the saltiness of the old cheddar.

Spread some butter on each slice and enjoy. SO GOOD!

Why You’ll Love this Apple Cheese Bread

  • Unexpectedly delicious
  • Sweet and salty flavors
  • Easy to prepare
  • Savory treat
A loaf of apple cheddar bread with slices cut on the end

 Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Old cheddar cheese
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Granny Smith apples
Apple cheddar bread with slices cut on the end

How to Make Apple Cheddar Quick Bread

  • Step One: Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  • Step Two: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir in 1 cup of the cheddar cheese.
  • Step Three: In another mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add in diced apple and grated apple and stir to combine.
  • Step Four: Add dry mixture to wet mixture and stir to combine.
  • Step Five: Spread in a prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Step Six: Bake for 50 minutes or until cake tester comes out of the center clean. Let cool in loaf pan for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
A loaf of apple cheddar bread with slices cut on the end

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    What to Serve with Apple Cheddar Bread

    Variations and Substitutions

    • Try Cortland or Braeburn apples instead of the Granny Smith apples.
    • Try sharp white cheddar cheese or use mild cheddar in a pinch.
    • Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to give it a fragrant punch of flavor.

    Storage Instructions

    Wrap up any leftover bread in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.

    Can I Freeze It?

    Yes! You can freeze Apple Cheddar Quick Bread either by the loaf or slice. Allow the bread to cool completely and store it in freezer bags in your freezer for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat it, let the bread thaw in your fridge overnight and then enjoy!

    Slices of apple cheddar bread on a white plate

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    Apple Cheddar Quick Bread

    Created by Stacie Vaughan
    Servings 8
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 50 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
    Tart apples + salty cheddar cheese is a perfect marriage in this delicious bread.

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp baking soda
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • 1 ⅓ cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
    • cup unsalted butter softened
    • cup sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 cup Granny Smith apple diced
    • ¾ cup Granny Smith apple grated

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir in 1 cup of the cheddar cheese.
    • In another mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add in diced apple and grated apple and stir to combine.
    • Add dry mixture to wet mixture and stir to combine.
    • Spread in a prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese.
    • Bake for 50 minutes or until cake tester comes out of the center clean. Let cool in loaf pan for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 414mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    Course Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Apple Cheddar Quick Bread

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    77 Comments

    1. Is there really no extra water or will added?  Everything else looks good. But the instructions definitely forgot to mention that you will need to combine the wet and dry ingredients. As written, you are only baking a pan lined with the wet ingredients

    2. Your bread looks delicious! Thanks for linking up with me. I’m featuring you this week!

    3. I’m making this today to take to a party tonight. I have something ‘sweet’ already and I needed savory and I have some not-so-crunchy apples that will be perfect to use up in this! Thanks for sharing!

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