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Homemade Pull Apart Apple Bread

This delightful pull-apart apple bread combines the warmth of freshly baked bread with the sweetness of apples and spices, making it perfect for brunch or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Loaf Pan
  • Rolling Pin

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 4 cups All-purpose flour Essential for structure and texture.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps with browning.
  • 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast Vital for leavening the bread.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and strengthens gluten.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Warm milk Activates the yeast.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Enriches the dough.

Filling

  • 2-3 medium Apples Peeled and chopped, adds moisture and sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Infuses warm flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adds depth of flavor.

Instructions
 

  • 1. Proof the yeast by combining warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  • 2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well, add melted butter, proofed yeast mixture, and egg. Mix until a rough dough forms.
  • 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • 4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  • 5. Prepare the filling by mixing chopped apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • 6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  • 7. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle the apple mixture evenly over the dough.
  • 8. Cut the dough into strips, stack them, and cut into squares.
  • 9. Place the stacked squares in a greased loaf pan, standing them upright.
  • 10. Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffed up.
  • 11. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  • 12. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • 13. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts, raisins, or a glaze. This bread is perfect for brunch or as a cozy dessert.
Keyword Brunch, Easy