Moist, tender, and infused with cozy fall spices, this Spiced Applesauce Bread brings together cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and rich applesauce for an effortless quick loaf. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a comforting autumn snack!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ultra-Moist Texture: Applesauce adds natural sweetness and keeps the crumb incredibly soft for days.
Warm Fall Spices: Balanced blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves fills the kitchen with a incredible aroma as it bakes.
Simple One-Bowl Prep: Whisk the ingredients together, pour into a loaf pan, and let the oven do the work.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
9×5-inch Loaf Pan: Standard loaf pan for an even rise and golden crust.
Parchment Paper or Cooking Spray: Prevents sticking and ensures easy loaf removal.
Large Mixing Bowl & Whisk: For blending wet and dry ingredients smoothly.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
1 cup Applesauce (unsweetened)
3/4 cup Granulated sugar
1/2 cup Vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
2 large Eggs
1 tsp Baking soda
1/2 tsp Baking powder
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp Ground cloves
1 tsp Vanilla extract
1/4 tsp Salt (optional, to balance flavor)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Oven & Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the applesauce, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Whisk in the baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt into the wet mixture.
4. Fold in Flour: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool & Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Chef’s Tips
Optional Crunch Top: Sprinkle a tablespoon of coarse sugar or chopped walnuts over the batter before baking for a sweet, crunchy crust.
Use Unsweetened Applesauce: Unsweetened applesauce lets you control the sugar level while delivering pure apple flavor.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Slice / 10 Slices Yield)
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: ~210 kcal
Protein: 3g
Net Carbs: 28g
Fat: 10g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I freeze applesauce bread?
Yes! Once fully cooled, wrap the entire loaf or individual slices tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving!