Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Applesauce Pecan Bread, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable treat combines the sweet tang of applesauce with the nutty crunch of pecans, all enveloped in a moist, tender bread that is sure to become a favorite. Our carefully curated collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit every baker's skill level and preference. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, we have the perfect recipe for you to create this irresistible bread. From a classic version that showcases the harmonious blend of applesauce and pecans to a decadent rendition featuring a sweet glaze, our recipes cater to diverse tastes and occasions. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking adventure with our Applesauce Pecan Bread recipes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
APPLE BREAD WITH CINNAMON PECAN CRUNCH
This easy Apple Pecan Sweet Bread is full of apples chunks and pecans. It is lightly sprinkled with cinnamon pecan sugar giving it a light extra crunch on the crust. It is quick to come together and can easily be doubled.
Provided by Beth Pierce
Categories Sweet Breads
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a loaf pan.
- 2. In large bowl mix together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and baking powder.
- 3. In medium bowl mix together eggs, sugar, vegetable oil and applesauce.
- 4. Add wet ingredients to dry and mix just until incorporated. Fold in apples and half of the pecans. Combine remaining pecans, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; sprinkle over loaf.
- 5. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean, 55 to 60 minutes. Invert to remove loaf as soon as possible.
- 6. NOTES To toast pecans just spread them on a baking and pop them in the oven at 350 degrees for about 6 - 8 minutes. Toast them whole and then chop them after they cool. If you don't want to purchase applesauce just substitute 2 more tablespoons of oil.
PUMPKIN-PECAN BREAD
This recipe is a more wholesome version of pumpkin bread, but is still thick, moist, and delicious. The chocolate and pecans add a wonderful flavor!
Provided by The Purple Baker
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Pumpkin Bread Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Combine all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cups whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves in a medium bowl.
- Mix pumpkin, sugar, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract together using an electric mixer in a large bowl until well blended. Add pecans and chocolate chips and mix until evenly distributed. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 50 to 55 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 15 to 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 231.8 mg, Sugar 20.6 g
YUMMY APPLESAUCE BREAD
Using applesauce instead of butter reduces the fat of this delicious bread. Could also be made as cupcakes or muffins. Toasting the pecans is optional.
Provided by BLONDENBLUE1
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Breakfast Bread Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Spread pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake pecans in the preheated oven until golden, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove pecans from oven and reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl. Stir applesauce, water, vegetable oil, and vinegar together in a separate bowl. Stir applesauce mixture into flour mixture until just combined; fold in pecans. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes. Cool bread in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 306.7 mg, Sugar 34.8 g
APPLESAUCE BREAD
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
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.
Tips:
- Use ripe apples: Ripe apples will give your applesauce bread a more intense apple flavor.
- Choose the right type of apples: Some apples are better for applesauce than others. Granny Smith apples are a good choice because they are tart and hold their shape well when cooked.
- Peel and core the apples before cooking: This will help to remove any unwanted skin or blemishes from the apples.
- Cook the apples until they are soft: This will help to create a smooth and creamy applesauce.
- Add spices to taste: You can add a variety of spices to your applesauce bread, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Use fresh or frozen pecans: Fresh pecans will give your bread a more nutty flavor, but frozen pecans can be used as well.
- Toast the pecans before adding them to the bread: Toasting the pecans will help to bring out their flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your bread tough.
- Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the bread is cooked through.
Conclusion:
Applesauce pecan bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With its moist texture and sweet and nutty flavor, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, give applesauce pecan bread a try. You won't be disappointed!
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