Applesauce Bread
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4.8
Applesauce Bread
Description
Applesauce Bread provides a moist quick bread with a balance of sweetness and spice. The blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour contributes body and a slight heartiness. Applesauce adds natural moisture and mild fruit flavor while Greek yogurt enriches the batter and helps keep the texture tender. Cinnamon and nutmeg introduce a gentle warmth that complements the apple notes. The batter is simply mixed and baked in a loaf pan until set but still moist inside.
This bread slices well for serving as a breakfast treat, snack, or with tea. It can be enjoyed plain or lightly toasted. The moderate sugar content ensures a sweet but not overpowering taste. This loaf can be adapted with mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips to add variety and texture.
Storing the bread at room temperature or refrigerated keeps it fresh for several days. It also freezes well when wrapped properly. Mini loaves can be baked for shorter times as a convenient alternative. Topping the uncooked batter with a crumb topping can add a crisp, sweet texture to the finished loaf.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup neutral cooking oil vegetable oil, canola oil, melted coconut oil, or melted butter, generic cooking oil
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup applesauce unsweetened
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- pinch salt optional and to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line the bottom of a 9X5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the insides of the pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oil, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs, whisking until smooth. Add the applesauce, vanilla, and Greek yogurt and mix until well-combined
- Add the flours, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and stir just until combined; don't over-mix the batter.
- Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan and spread into an even layer.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with just moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven. Run a knife gently around the side of the pan and then remove bread onto a cooling rack.
Notes
- Store the baked bread at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze the cooled bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and sealed in a freezer bag for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- The recipe yields enough batter to fill three small loaf pans, which bake in about 30 to 45 minutes; adjust baking time accordingly.
- Adding a crumb topping consisting of brown sugar, oats, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter before baking adds a crunchy layer.
- Optional mix-ins include chopped nuts, dried fruit like raisins, or chocolate chips to customize flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 287kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 128mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 60IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.8
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