Applesauce Bread Recipe

Applesauce Bread is something out of a heavenly cookbook! It’s sweet, it’s moist, it’s addictive. An excellent choice for those chilly autumn brunch potlucks or even as a dessert after summer barbecues. It’s an incredible blend of spices and warmth that fills your kitchen with a cozy scent that can’t be rivaled. Plus, it’s a spectacular way to use up any applesauce you might have left over from your apple-picking excursion. But the best part of it all? This recipe is incredibly easy to make. Even the newbie bakers will pat themselves on the back for preparing something so delectably scrumptious.

The applesauce in the bread adds a bit of natural sweetness, keeping the sugar count in check. It also makes this bread unbelievably moist. As far as bread goes, this one is top-notch and I promise, you’ll be fighting off the need to have just one more piece. So, tighten your apron and get ready to fall in love.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Servings: 1 loaf
• Yield: 10 slices

Alrighty then, enough drooling over our amazing Applesauce Bread. It’s time to get our hands dirty, or rather, floury. Let’s roll!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1.5 cups Applesauce
• 1/2 cup softened Butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg

For equipment, a large bowl, a loaf pan, and an electric mixer will do the trick.

Just a tip though – the quality of your applesauce here can be a game-changer. Use homemade, if you can, or buy the kind with no added sugar.

How To Make Applesauce Bread

1. Preheat your oven to 350��F (175��C) and butter up your loaf pan.
2. Mix the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl. These dry ingredients form the basis of your bread’s structure.
3. Beat the butter and sugar together in a separate bowl, till you have a fluffy mixture. Since we’re using softened butter and not melted, this step helps incorporate air into our mix, making our bread light and tender.
4. Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mix one by one. The eggs act as a binding agent and give structure to our bread.
5. Now it’s time to bring in our star ingredient – the applesauce! Mix until well combined. The applesauce in our bread lends it a ton of moisture and sweetness.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, and gently fold them in with a spatula until they’re just combined. Do not overmix!
7. Bake for 60 minutes. After 50 mins, you might want to check with a toothpick if your bread is cooked inside.
8. Allow to cool for a bit, then serve warm.

Tips For The Best Results

• Cool your bread completely before slicing. A hot loaf is hard to cut cleanly.
• Use real butter and not margarine for best results.

Storage Tips

• Bread remains fresh for 2-3 days at room temp in an airtight container.
• You can also slice and freeze in a zip-top bag for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use oil instead of butter?
A: Yes, you can use the same amount of a neutral oil like canola or vegetable.

Q: Can the sugar be reduced?
A: Sure. Use 3/4 cup instead of 1 if you prefer a less sweet bread.

Nutritional Facts of Applesauce Bread

This sweet loaf contains approximately 270 calories, 11 grams of fat, 39 grams of carbs, and 4 grams of protein per slice. It’s not low calorie or low fat, but it is incredibly rich and satisfying.

In conclusion, this homemade Applesauce Bread recipe is an absolute delight. It’s moist, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweet. Pair it with your morning cup o’ joe, afternoon tea, or enjoy a slice or two for a late-night snack. Get ready to make this year-round favorite. It’s that good, promise!