Best 4 Applesauce Carrot Bread Recipes

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**Introducing Applesauce Carrot Bread: A Delightful Fusion of Sweet and Savory Flavors**

Applesauce Carrot Bread is a unique and flavorful quick bread that combines the sweetness of applesauce with the earthy taste of carrots. It is a moist and tender bread with a slightly dense texture, making it perfect for a hearty breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert. This versatile bread can be enjoyed plain, toasted, or paired with your favorite spread. Explore a collection of delectable Applesauce Carrot Bread recipes that offer variations in ingredients, flavors, and techniques. From classic recipes that highlight the natural flavors of apples and carrots to innovative creations that incorporate spices, nuts, and dried fruits, there's a perfect recipe for every taste preference. Discover the perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness in every bite of this wholesome and delicious bread.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARROT APPLESAUCE BREAD RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by Lsweetnell

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 Tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 2/3 cups unsweetened applesauce
3 cups finely grated carrots
NOTE: Can add one cup of raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease at 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle the pan with a bit of flour and set aside. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs together. Stir the oil, sugar, vanilla, applesauce and grated carrots into the eggs. Add the wet ingredients to the dry, stir until just mixed, and pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 65 to 70 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. When done, allow the cake to sit in the pan for at least 15 minutes. Store in an airtight container.

CARROT BREAD



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This lovely, moist quick bread from is flecked with crunchy walnuts and colorful shredded carrot. For variety, I sometimes substitute a cup of shredded raw zucchini for the carrot or add a half cup of drained crushed pineapple. -Connie Simon, Reed City, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf (12 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour an 8x4-in. loaf pan; set aside. In a bowl, combine sugar, flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In another bowl, combine eggs, applesauce and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. Fold in carrots and walnuts. Pour into prepared pan. , Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 50-55 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLESAUCE BREAD



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I make this applesauce bread recipe with plump raisins and crunchy nuts. My kids love a slice in their lunch box or as a snack after school. - Tracey Jo Schley, Sherburn, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1-1/4 cups applesauce
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the egg and applesauce; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and cloves. Stir into creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in raisins and nuts. , Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ZUCCHINI CARROT BREAD



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A delicious light version of a classic quick bread. It is so moist and rich you would never guess it didn't have all the oil of the original version.

Provided by saranade60

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon allspice
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 eggs
2 cups grated zucchini
½ cup grated carrots

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans.
  • Mix flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, and allspice together in a bowl. Beat sugar, applesauce, and eggs together in a separate bowl; mix into the flour mixture until batter is just combined. Fold zucchini and carrots into batter. Divide batter between the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaves comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 257.7 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples are good choices for applesauce carrot bread because they hold their shape well when cooked.
  • Grate the carrots finely: This will help them distribute evenly throughout the bread and prevent them from becoming too chunky.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes about 50-60 minutes.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help it hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Applesauce carrot bread is a delicious and nutritious quick bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is also a great way to use up leftover applesauce and carrots. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and crunchy carrot bits, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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