Apple Pie Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F, Grease the bottom and 1/2 inch up the sides of an 9x5x3-inch loaf pan; set aside.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds, Beat in sugar until combined.
3. 3
   Add buttermilk and baking powder; beat until combined.
4. 4
   Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined.
5. 5
   Add flour, salt,cinnamon and nutmeg; beat until combined them stir in apple, nuts, and raisins.
6. 6
   Spoon batter into prepared pan; spread evenly and sprinkle Streusel-Nut Topping over batter.
7. 7
   Bake for 60 to 65 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove from pan. Cool completely on wire rack. Wrap and store overnight before slicing.
9. 9
   Streusel-Nut Topping: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup packed brown sugar and 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
10. 10
    Using a pastry blender, cut in 2 tablespoons butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
11. 11
    Stir in 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
12. 12
    *To make 1/4 cup sour milk, place 3/4 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar in a glass measuring cup. Add enough milk to make 1/4 cup total liquid; stir. Let mixture stand for 5 minutes before using.