Spiced Currant Apple Bread

What You'll Need

I rarely include an equipment section in my recipe posts (except for in the actual recipe card at the end) but this one does require something specific. Sure, you'll need a couple mixing spoons, and a standing mixer helps. Oh plus a bread pan. But definitely make sure you have a grater! Why? For shredding the apples of course!

Spiced Currant Apple Bread in bread pan on wire rack and white marble sprinkled with raisins and surrounded with fresh currants

Why Shred The Apples

I know I know. Annoying right? But I promise you there's a good reason for it! By shredding the apples instead of simply chopping or dicing them, you're able to distribute their natural juiciness more evenly throughout the bread batter. This not only adds moisture but also intensifies the apple flavor in each bite.

Now, TBH i completely understand if you don't want to shred apples. If so, I have the recipe for you! Try my cinnamon apple bread instead, no shredding required 😎.

Freezing and Storage

For Storage: Let your spiced currant apple bread cool completely. Then place in an airtight container or wrap in plastic wrap. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days, or on in the refrigerator for up to a week.

For Freezing: Once your loaf has completely cooled, tightly wrap it in plastic wrap. This will help ensure that no moisture can get in, which could lead to freezer burn. After wrapping in plastic wrap, add an extra layer of protection by wrapping the loaf in aluminum foil. This double layer of wrapping will further safeguard against freezer burn and preserve the bread's flavor and texture. Once your loaf is securely wrapped, it's ready for the freezer. You can store the bread in the freezer for up to three months

Spiced Currant Apple Bread sliced on wire rack and white marble sprinkled with raisins and surrounded with fresh currants

FAQs About This Recipe

Can I substitute currants with another dried fruit?

For sure! If you're not a fan of currants or simply don't have any on hand, you can easily substitute them with raisins, dried cranberries, or chopped dried apricots.

Do I really need to shred the apples?

For this recipe, yes. For liquid, moisture, flavor, density, etc. However, if you're looking for an apple bread recipe that doesn't require shredding the apples, I got you covered -> cinnamon apple bread.

Can I freeze this bread?

Absolutely! Scroll back up to the freezing and storage section above for more info.

If you have any more questions that aren't answered above or in the recipe, leave me a comment below!

Spiced Currant Apple Bread

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Author: Aberdeen
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 1 Loaf 1x

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Description

This comfort-in-a-slice, super moist spiced currant apple bread is the essence of autumn with shredded apples for tons of flavor in every bite. Top with a little honey butter for the perfect taste of fall combo!

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350˚F. Grease a 9X5 inch loaf pan.
Using the large side of a grater, shred the apples into a medium mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients for apples and stir to combine. Cover with a towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg.
In a standing mixer, beat together eggs, vanilla extract, and oil on a medium-low speed, until smooth and light in color (about 2-3 minutes).
Stir in the apple mixture and beat on a medium low speed until combined.
Add in the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Gently fold in the currants, raisins, and walnuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the loaf comes out clean.
Cool for 5 minutes. Turn loaf out onto a wire rack and cool for another 5 minutes.