STEP 3 — Roll Out the Dough

1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air.
2. Roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12×20 inches).
3. Brush the entire surface with melted butter.
4. Spread the apple cinnamon mixture evenly across the dough.

STEP 4 — Cut and Stack

This is what gives the bread its famous pull-apart layers.

1. Cut the dough into 5–6 long strips.
2. Stack the strips on top of each other (apples will fall—just push them back in!).
3. Slice the tall stack into 5–6 squares.
4. Carefully place the squares upright in a greased loaf pan, letting them lean slightly to fit.

💡 Tip: Don’t overfill the pan. Loose layers help the bread expand beautifully.

STEP 5 — Second Rise

Cover the assembled loaf and let it rise for 30–40 minutes.
The dough should puff up nicely and fill the pan.

STEP 6 — Bake

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bake the loaf for 35–45 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is cooked through.
3. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil for the last 10 minutes.

STEP 7 — Add the Glaze

In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm bread for a sweet finishing touch.

⭐ Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm so the layers pull apart easily.
• Perfect with coffee, tea, chai, or hot apple cider.
• Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream if serving as dessert.

🥇 Tips for the Best Pull-Apart Bread

• Use soft apples—they melt into the bread while baking.
• Don’t skip the second rise—it’s key for fluffy layers.
• Use room-temperature eggs to help the dough form smoothly.
• Let it cool slightly before removing from the pan so the layers stay intact.

❤️ Final Thoughts

This Apple Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread is the perfect blend of warm spices, tender dough, and juicy apples. Every piece tastes like a mini apple pie wrapped inside a soft, buttery bread layer. Once you try it, it will definitely become one of your favorite homemade treats.

If you want another cozy recipe or a variation (like caramel apple, cream cheese filling, or using pre-made dough), just tell me!