4.75 from 4 votes

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

Equipment Needed 

This post contains affiliate links.

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

Quick Bread Recipes

You’ll also like Air Fryer Apples.


Follow me on Instagram @simplystacieblog, Facebook at Simply Stacie or Pinterest at @simplystacie and let me know how you liked this recipe and my other recipes.

If you make the recipe, rate it on the recipe card below and tag me on Instagram and use #simplystacie. I like sharing the photos on my Instagram stories!

4.75 from 4 votes

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.

SAVE THIS RECIPE!

Enter your email and we’ll send this recipe to your inbox.

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
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ⅔ 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.

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

Did you make this recipe?

I’d love to see it! Make sure to share it on your favorite social platform.

Want Even More Recipes?

Join Moms Best Recipes to find more delicious family recipes.


The Best of Simply Stacie ebook cover.

free ebook!

The Best of Simply Stacie

When you subscribe to the newsletter for the latest updates!

4.75 from 4 votes (4 ratings without comment)

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




77 Comments

  1. Jo-Anne Pfoh says:

    omg this looks so amazing thanks for the post

  2. Lucy Lopez says:

    This looks delicious. I will be making this for my family. Thanks for sharing.

  3. Kathy Pearlman says:

    This looks terrific – and easy! Thanks for sharing!

  4. I wouldn’t have paired apples with cheddar in bread, but it looks good!

  5. Anastasia says:

    Omg that looks soo good! Even tho I’m horrible at cooking *sad face*, I will definitely will have to try to make this!!

  6. This looks so delicious. Love the combo of apples and cheddar!

  7. jenny brooke erin says:

    this looks amazing! i love the combo of apple and cheddar so this is a must try!

  8. Terri Shaw says:

    WOW! This looks yummy!! Thank you for sharing the recipe.

  9. judy gardner says:

    i have never tried apples and cheese together, this might be a good place to start!

  10. Linda Bradshaw says:

    I have never heard of anything like this before. I would like to try it. I need to print this out so we can have it.

  11. Deb Dorrington says:

    Your pictures of this bread are very enticing if I say so myself. I love finding new recipes for the fall and winter and the Apple Cheddar Quick Bread looks so delicious and I love how easy it is. Have to try it soon!!

  12. Oh wow this looks delicious! I’m definitely going to have to try this recipe!

  13. Debbie Welchert says:

    This looks so good and the top of the bread looks so nice and crunchy. Just the way I like it. I’ll have to give it a try.

  14. This is one I HAVE to try – you’re right this will make a nice change from banana bread

  15. Sounds so tasty. Will give it a go.
    Thanks.

  16. I love the apple and cheese combination. This is a unique spin on that!

  17. denise smith says:

    my family would like this

  18. Rebecca Parsons says:

    I have heard of this before and heard it was actually good. Looks amazing too.

  19. This immediately caught my eye! Looks so delicious!

Similar Posts

  • Potato Chip Cookies

  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

  • Christmas Chewy Bars

  • Sugar and Spice Muffins

  • Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes

  • Chocolate Zucchini Cake