Homemade Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf

 Homemade Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf

 Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2/3 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large apple, peeled and chopped (or thinly sliced)

 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. Make cinnamon swirl:
   In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. Cream butter & sugar:
   In a large bowl, beat butter and white sugar until smooth and creamy.
4. Add eggs & vanilla:
   Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
5. Mix dry ingredients:
   In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder.
6. Combine everything:
   Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until smooth.
7. Layer the batter:
   • Pour half of the batter into the pan
   • Add half of the chopped apples
   • Sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture
   • Repeat layers with remaining batter, apples, and cinnamon sugar
8. Swirl:
   Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon through the batter.
9. Bake:
   Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool & serve:
    Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Slice and enjoy!

 Tips:

• Use Granny Smith apples for a slightly tart flavor
• Add chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) for extra crunch
• Sprinkle a little sugar on top before baking for a crispy crust