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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Braided Bread (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free)

Name: Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Braided Bread (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free)
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet); ¾ cup warm almond milk (or oat milk), ~110°F; 2 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar; 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum); ½ cup almond flour; 1 tsp cinnamon; ¼ tsp nutmeg; ¼ tsp salt; ¼ cup avocado oil or melted coconut oil; 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 apple, peeled and diced; 1½ tsp cinnamon; 3 tbsp coconut sugar; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted); 1 tsp arrowroot powder or tapioca flour; Extra cinnamon sugar for dusting; A touch of maple glaze or coconut oil brushed on top after baking

Category:

Dessert

Difficulty: Medium

Serves:

10 people

Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus 1 hour rising time)

Cook Time: 35–40 minutes

Rating:

(4.00/5)

June 25, 2025 by Chef Molly

A gorgeous, golden braided loaf infused with cinnamon and sweet apple chunks. This cozy, spiced bread is completely gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free — perfect for breakfast or a fall-inspired treat.

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What You’ll Need:

For the Dough

2¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
¾ cup warm almond milk (or oat milk), ~110°F
2 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar
2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
½ cup almond flour
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup avocado oil or melted coconut oil
2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla extract

Apple Filling

1 apple, peeled and diced
1½ tsp cinnamon
3 tbsp coconut sugar
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
1 tsp arrowroot powder or tapioca flour

Optional Topping

Extra cinnamon sugar for dusting
A touch of maple glaze or coconut oil brushed on top after baking

Prepration for:Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Braided Bread (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free)

Step 1/7

Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm almond milk and maple syrup. Sprinkle yeast on top, stir gently, and let sit for 10 minutes until bubbly.

Step 2/7

Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add yeast mixture, oil, applesauce, and vanilla. Stir until a soft dough forms. Knead lightly until smooth (about 1–2 minutes). Cover and let rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes.

Step 3/7

Make the apple filling: In a small bowl, mix the diced apples with cinnamon, sugar, maple syrup, coconut oil, and arrowroot. Set aside.

Step 4/7

Shape the dough: On parchment paper, roll or press the dough into a rectangle (about 9″x12″). Spoon the apple mixture down the center third. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut slits on both sides of the dough (1-inch apart) toward the filling. Fold strips over the center, alternating sides to create a braid.

Step 5/7

Transfer to a baking sheet with parchment and let rest for 10 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6/7

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden brown and firm. If needed, tent with foil during the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.

Step 7/7

Cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Optional: Brush with coconut oil or a light glaze for shine.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Notes: Add raisins, chopped walnuts, or pecans for extra texture. You can make the dough ahead and chill overnight — just allow extra rise time before baking. Best enjoyed warm with a dairy-free butter spread or on its own!

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Braided Bread (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free)

Directions

Step 1

Activate the yeast:
In a small bowl, combine warm almond milk and maple syrup. Sprinkle yeast on top, stir gently, and let sit for 10 minutes until bubbly.

Step 2

Mix the dough:
In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add yeast mixture, oil, applesauce, and vanilla. Stir until a soft dough forms. Knead lightly until smooth (about 1–2 minutes). Cover and let rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes

Step 3

Make the apple filling:
In a small bowl, mix the diced apples with cinnamon, sugar, maple syrup, coconut oil, and arrowroot. Set aside.

Step 4

Shape the dough:
On parchment paper, roll or press the dough into a rectangle (about 9″x12″). Spoon the apple mixture down the center third. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut slits on both sides of the dough (1-inch apart) toward the filling. Fold strips over the center, alternating sides to create a braid.

Step 5

Transfer to a baking sheet with parchment and let rest for 10 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden brown and firm. If needed, tent with foil during the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.

Step 7

Cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Optional: Brush with coconut oil or a light glaze for shine.

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Braided Bread (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free)

What You’ll Need:

For the Dough

Apple Filling

Optional Topping

Prepration for:Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Braided Bread (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free)

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