Applesauce Bread dessert

Prep Time

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Bake: 55–65 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 20 minutes

Servings

• 10–12 slices

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)

Wet Ingredients

• 1½ cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Mix-ins

• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips

Optional Cinnamon Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease and lightly flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

• Flour
• Baking soda
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Cloves

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk until smooth:

• Applesauce
• Eggs
• Granulated sugar
• Brown sugar
• Oil (or melted butter)
• Vanilla

Step 4: Combine

• Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
• Stir just until no dry flour remains.
• Fold in any optional nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips.

Avoid overmixing to keep the bread soft.

Step 5: Bake

• Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil during the last 15 minutes.

Step 6: Cool

• Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
• Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Make the Glaze (Optional)

Whisk together:

• Powdered sugar
• Milk
• Vanilla
• Cinnamon

Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with butter.
• Add whipped cream for dessert.
• Pair with vanilla ice cream.
• Toast slices and spread with cream cheese.
• Sprinkle with powdered sugar for a bakery-style finish.

Storage

• Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Refrigerator: Up to 1 week.
• Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before serving.

Tips for the Best Applesauce Bread

• Use unsweetened applesauce for better control over sweetness.
• Brown sugar adds extra moisture and a rich caramel flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter.
• Add chopped apples for extra texture.
• A pinch of cardamom or allspice gives the bread even more warmth and depth.

Nutrition (Approximate per slice)

• Calories: 240
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 19g
• Sodium: 190mg

This Applesauce Bread is wonderfully moist, filled with cozy cinnamon spice, and easy to make with pantry staples. It’s a comforting homemade dessert that’s just as delicious with a cup of coffee as it is served with ice cream after dinner.