Description
Applesauce bread is a delightful blend of sweet apples and warm spices, perfect for breakfast or as a comforting snack. Its moist texture and aromatic scent will fill your kitchen with warmth, making it a family favorite. Easy to prepare, this recipe is sure to bring back fond memories while creating new ones around the table. Enjoy a slice plain or topped with butter for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed. Fold in nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating nutmeg or ginger. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Reheat slices in the microwave for a warm treat.