Prep the Apples: Start by washing, peeling, and coring your apples. Finely chop them and toss them in a bowl with cinnamon and sprinkle of sugar.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and remaining cinnamon.

Combine Wet Ingredients: Crack the eggs in a separate bowl and whisk until fluffy. Add milk and melted butter, mixing until smooth.

Combine Mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.

Fold in Apples: Carefully fold in the apple mixture and optional nuts until evenly distributed.

Prepare for Baking: Grease a loaf pan. Pour the batter into the pan and spread evenly. Preheat the oven.

Bake: Place the loaf in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

Cool: Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.