Description
Applesauce bread is a heartwarming quick bread that combines the natural sweetness of apples with a hint of cinnamon, creating a moist and flavorful loaf. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make recipe is customizable to suit your taste. Each slice delivers comfort and nostalgia, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. Whether enjoyed plain or spread with butter, this delightful bread is sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce and eggs until smooth; optionally add vanilla extract.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg