Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade applesauce bread! This delightful treat is packed with warm spices and moist texture, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The aroma of freshly baked bread fills your home, inviting family and friends to gather around. Easy to prepare, this recipe is a winner for any occasion, and with its versatile nature, you’ll want to bake it again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, applesauce, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in nuts or raisins for added texture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 162mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor boost, consider adding nutmeg along with cinnamon. Use homemade applesauce for better moisture and taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days.