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Delicious apple butter spiced loaf fresh out of the oven

Spiced Apple Butter Loaf

A comforting delight that captures the essence of autumn with a moist texture and luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base of the loaf, soft and fluffy.
  • 1 tsp baking soda For that perfect rise.
  • ½ tsp baking powder Ensures a light texture.
  • ½ tsp salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon Offers warm, aromatic notes.
  • ½ tsp ground allspice Provides depth and a hint of spice.
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg Adds a sweet, earthy flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Sweetens the loaf beautifully.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil Keeps the loaf moist and tender.
  • 2 large eggs Binds everything together.
  • ¾ cup apple butter The star ingredient, creamy and fruity.
  • ½ cup buttermilk Adds richness and tanginess.
Frosting Ingredients
  • ½ stick butter (softened) Makes the frosting rich and creamy.
  • ¾ cup icing sugar Sweetens the frosting to perfection.
  • 4 oz cold cream cheese Adds a delightful creaminess to the frosting.
  • 3 tbsp apple butter Enhances the flavor of the frosting.
  • Extra apple butter For garnish.

Method
 

Prepare the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, and ground nutmeg. Whisk together until uniformly blended and set aside.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined. Add apple butter and buttermilk, whisking until smooth and integrated.
Combine and Pour
  1. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mix, whisking until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Spray a 9x5x2.75-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray and pour the batter into the pan.
Bake the Loaf
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center; it should come out clean. Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. Combine softened butter and icing sugar in a mixing bowl. Cream together, then add cold cream cheese and mix until thick and creamy. Stir in the additional apple butter until fully combined.
Frost the Loaf
  1. Once the loaf has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting generously on top. Garnish with extra apple butter if desired.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter for a moist loaf. Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature for smoother frosting. Consider adding chopped nuts or raisins for added texture.