Apple Cinnamon Pull Apart Bread (Printable Page)
# What You Need:
→ Dough
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375 g all-purpose flour
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7 g instant yeast (1 packet)
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50 g granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp salt
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120 ml whole milk, warm
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60 ml water, warm
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60 g unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs, room temperature
→ Apple Cinnamon Filling
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2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced small
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70 g brown sugar, packed
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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60 g unsalted butter, softened
→ Peanut Butter Glaze
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125 g creamy peanut butter
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60 g powdered sugar, sifted
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45–60 ml milk
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk warm milk, warm water, melted butter, and eggs. Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic (add a little flour if needed).
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Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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In a bowl, mix diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
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Roll out dough on a floured surface to a 12x18-inch (30x45 cm) rectangle. Spread softened butter over dough. Evenly sprinkle apple mixture over the surface.
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Cut dough into 6 strips lengthwise, then stack strips and cut into 6 squares. Stack squares upright in a greased 9x5-inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan.
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Cover loaf pan and let rise for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Bake for 35–40 minutes until deep golden brown and cooked through. Cover loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
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Let bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then remove and cool on a wire rack.
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Whisk peanut butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.
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Drizzle glaze over warm bread before serving.
# Helpful Tips:
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For extra crunch, add 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts to the filling.
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Substitute almond butter for a different flavor.
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Serve warm for best texture.
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Delicious paired with coffee or spiced tea.