Description
Discover the comforting world of applesauce bread, a delightful dessert bread that combines the sweet and spicy flavors of applesauce with a moist, tender crumb. Perfect for quick bread recipes and a must-try for anyone baking with applesauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/3 cups brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup oil (coconut or vegetable)
- 1 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2/3 cups walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, baking soda, and baking powder using a whisk.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, apple cider vinegar, applesauce, and water until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth. Fold in walnuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use unsweetened applesauce to control sweetness.
- Ensure baking soda and baking powder are fresh for proper rising.
- Add oats or dried cranberries for a twist.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: applesauce bread, dessert bread, sweet bread, baking with applesauce