Description
Savor the delightful warmth of homemade applesauce bread, a comforting treat perfect for any time of day. This easy-to-make loaf features a tender, moist crumb infused with sweet apples and aromatic spices. Whether you enjoy it at breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or a cozy dessert, every slice is sure to bring joy and warmth to your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the sugar, eggs, oil, and applesauce until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture; stir just until blended to avoid overmixing.
- If desired, gently fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg