Description
This Cinnamon Applesauce Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Made with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and sweetened naturally with applesauce and sugars, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. The loaf is simple to prepare, using common pantry ingredients, and bakes to a tender crumb with a lightly crisp crust.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup oil (olive, avocado, or neutral)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or monkfruit for sugar-free)
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar (or monkfruit alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce (or sweetened, if preferred)
- ¼ cup milk of choice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1¾ cups flour (substitute ¾ cup whole wheat + 1 cup all-purpose for a healthier option)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (add 1 tsp more for extra spice)
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, applesauce, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and helps it set perfectly.
Notes
- You can substitute monkfruit sweetener for both sugars to make this bread sugar-free.
- For a healthier option, use a mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour.
- Add an extra teaspoon of cinnamon if you prefer a spicier flavor.
- Applesauce can be sweetened or unsweetened based on your taste preference.
- Make sure not to overmix batter to keep the bread light and tender.
- Store leftovers wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
