Gluten Free Apple Cinnamon Loaf

If you’ve been wanting to bake something sweet but need it to be gluten free, I think you’re going to really like this one. It’s a simple apple cinnamon loaf that tastes amazing and is easy to make.

I love recipes like this because they don’t require anything fancy. Some almond flour, a few eggs, diced apples, cinnamon, and a couple more basic ingredients. That’s all it takes.

The apples add a nice natural sweetness and keep the loaf moist, while the cinnamon brings that warm, familiar flavor we all love. Together they make a really good combination.

One thing I appreciate about this gluten free apple cinnamon loaf is that it doesn’t taste like you’re missing out on anything. It’s just genuinely good bread, plain and simple.

It’s perfect for meal prep too. You can slice it up, store it, and grab a piece whenever you need a quick bite during the week.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Moist and Tender Texture – Thanks to the almond flour, melted butter, and eggs working together, this loaf comes out beautifully moist and soft rather than dry and crumbly like some gluten free bakes can be.

Naturally Gluten Free – Made with almond flour instead of regular wheat flour, this loaf is naturally gluten free without needing any weird substitutes or gluten free flour blends that can be hit or miss.

Warm Cinnamon Apple Flavor – The combo of ground cinnamon and freshly diced apples gives this loaf that cozy, warm flavor that makes your whole kitchen smell amazing while it bakes.

Great for Breakfast or Snacking – This apple cinnamon loaf works just as well sliced up for breakfast with your morning coffee as it does as an afternoon snack, so you will get plenty of use out of it.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond Flour
• 3 large Eggs
• 1/4 cup Melted Butter
• 1/4 cup Coconut Sugar
• 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
• 1 tbsp Baking Powder
• 1 cup Finely Diced Apples

How to Make

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and coconut sugar until smooth.

Step 3

Add the almond flour, ground cinnamon, and baking powder, stirring until a thick batter is formed.

Step 4

Gently fold the finely diced apples into the mixture.

Step 5

Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.

Step 6

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, testing with a toothpick in the center to ensure it comes out clean.

Step 7

Cool entirely on a wire rack to allow the flavors and texture to settle.

Helpful Tips

Use Blanched Almond Flour

Not all almond flour is the same. For this loaf, you want fine blanched almond flour, which is made from almonds with the skins removed. It gives you a smoother, lighter texture that holds together well.

Almond meal or unblanched almond flour has little bits of skin in it, and it makes the loaf grittier and heavier. If the bag says “almond meal” or you can see brown specks in it, that’s not what you want here.

Also, don’t pack the almond flour into the measuring cup. Spoon it in and level it off with a knife so you get the right amount.

Cool the Melted Butter Before Mixing

After you melt the butter, let it sit for about 5 minutes before you whisk it into the eggs. If the butter is too hot, it can start to cook the eggs and you’ll end up with little scrambled bits in your batter.

It should feel warm to the touch but not hot. Think of it like warm bath water. That’s the sweet spot where it mixes smoothly with the eggs and coconut sugar without causing any problems.

Dice the Apples Small and Even

When the recipe says finely diced, it means small pieces, roughly the size of a pea or a little bigger. If the chunks are too large, they sink to the bottom and leave big pockets of moisture that make the loaf soggy in spots.

Try to keep all the pieces about the same size so they cook evenly. If some are tiny and others are big, the small ones will turn to mush while the big ones stay firm and crunchy.

Tart apple varieties like Granny Smith work really well here because they hold their shape during baking and balance out the sweetness of the coconut sugar.

You Might Also Like

• Gluten Free Banana Bread
• Gluten Free Caramel Apple Skillet Cookie
• Gluten Free Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
• Gluten Free Maple Pumpkin Bread

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different type of apple for this loaf?

Yes, you can use just about any apple you like. Granny Smith apples work great if you prefer a tart flavor, while Fuji or Honeycrisp apples will give you a sweeter, juicier result.

Just make sure you dice them finely as the recipe calls for, so they distribute evenly throughout the batter and bake all the way through.