Jabolčni ocvrt kruh iz kmečkega mesa

(Makes one 9×5-inch loaf, 10–12 generous slices)

The Apple Heart:

• 2 medium Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples (about 1½ cups diced)

→ Why these? Honeycrisp stays tender-sweet; Granny Smith offers tart contrast—both hold shape without turning to mush

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (Ceylon for floral notes, Cassia for bold warmth)

• 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• 2 tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp fine sea salt

• ⅓ cup (80ml) neutral oil (avocado or canola) or melted unsalted butter, cooled

→ Why oil? Creates moister crumb than butter alone—ideal for sliceable loaf texture

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• ⅓ cup (70g) packed light brown sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

The Vanilla Glaze (Essential Finish):

• ½ cup (60g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted

• 1–2 tbsp whole milk

• ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract

• Pinch of fine sea salt (enhances sweetness—don’t skip)