Applesauce bread

Here’s a full recipe for a soft, moist, and flavorful Applesauce Bread perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even as a light dessert. It’s easy to make, and you can customize it with nuts, raisins, or spices.

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🍎 Moist Applesauce Bread Recipe

🍞 Yield:

1 loaf (9×5-inch) — about 10 slices

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📝 Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves or allspice (optional)

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened applesauce

• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar (light or dark)

• 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil or melted butter

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins:

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

• 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries

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🔪 Directions:

Step 1: Prep the Oven and Pan

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

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Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together:

   • Flour

   • Baking soda

   • Baking powder

   • Salt

   • Cinnamon

   • Nutmeg

   • Cloves or allspice (if using)

2. Set aside.

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Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine:

   • Applesauce

   • Granulated sugar

   • Brown sugar

   • Oil or melted butter

   • Eggs

   • Vanilla extract

2. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.

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Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry

1. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.

2. Stir just until combined — do not overmix (a few lumps are okay).

3. Fold in nuts and/or dried fruit, if using.

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Step 5: Bake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

2. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

3. If the top starts browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes.

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Step 6: Cool and Serve

1. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.

2. Remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

3. Enjoy plain, or spread with butter, honey, or cream cheese.

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✅ Storage:

• Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for 2–3 days.

• Refrigerate for up to 1 week.

• Freezes well! Wrap in foil and plastic wrap, freeze up to 3 months.

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🧠 Health Notes & Benefits:

• Applesauce adds moisture with less fat and calories.

• Contains fiber, vitamin C, and natural fruit sugars.

• Using unsweetened applesauce helps control sweetness.

• Easily made dairy-free if using oil instead of butter.

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🔁 Variations:

• Make it into muffins: Bake at 350°F for 18–22 minutes.

• Add apple chunks or shredded carrots for extra texture.

• Swap some flour with whole wheat flour for a fiber boost.