A morning delight of fresh baked apples mixed with a touch of cinnamon blended in a light loaf batter. Prepare ahead of time and have it ready for hungry family members on the go.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. Or line a muffin tin, will make 12.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside for later.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the two eggs, slowly, one at a time, begin to stir in the vanilla extract. Slowly add the milk and maple syrup.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, be sure to not over mix.
Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts (walnuts are optional) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
In Your lined loaf pan or muffin tins. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Use a scooper for muffins.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Each individual oven is different you will not to check periodically. Muffins will require less time around 25 - 30 minutes.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
For a delicious Drizzle icing combine 1/2 cup powdered sugare and a tablespoon warm water, stir until it is liquid and drizzle over baked loaf or muffins for the final touch.
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