Apple Rum Raisin Bread Recipe

Directions

1. 1.

   Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat to 375°. Rub the inside of an 8- by 8-inch baking pan with butter, then coat with 1 tablespoon flour, tipping out and discarding excess. In a small saucepan combine raisins and rum, place over medium low heat until raisins are plump, about 10 minutes.

2. 2.

   In a large bowl combine remaining 2 cups flour, cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda and whisk to combine. Toss both apples in flour mixture and reserve.

3. 3.

   In a separate bowl combine oil, sugar, and eggs and mix until combined. Add plumped raisins then fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients with a wooden spoon until evenly incorporated. Transfer to prepared baking pan and bake until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Serve warm with soft butter.