This study investigated the quality and antioxidant characteristics of rice morning bread prepared with the addition of apple peel powder (APP, 0, 4, 8, and 12% w/w). It sought to evaluate the influence of APP on the antioxidant capacity of rice morning bread. The findings are summarized as follows: First, as the APP content increased, the weight of the rice morning bread significantly increased, while the volume and specific volume decreased (p<0.001). Second, the Hunter color values showed that the L value (lightness) decreased, whereas the a (redness) and b (yellowness) values increased significantly. Third, texture profile analysis revealed that hardness and chewiness increased with increasing APP levels, whereas cohesiveness decreased (p<0.001). Fourth, antioxidant activities (measured with 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl [DPPH], 2,2'-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) [ABTS] radical scavenging ability, and ferric reducing antioxidant power [FRAP]) improved significantly. Fifth, the total phenolic content (TPC) of rice morning bread significantly increased with increasing levels of APP (p<0.05). In conclusion, although APP significantly enhances antioxidant properties, given the bread's physical characteristics, a 4% addition is most appropriate. This study suggests that apple peel powder, a sustainable byproduct, is a promising material for developing functional bakery products.