Best 6 Tasty Healthy Applesauce Bread Recipes

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Applesauce bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it is very easy to make. This article provides two delicious recipes for applesauce bread: a classic recipe and a healthier version made with whole wheat flour and less sugar. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield a delicious and moist loaf of bread that is perfect for any occasion.

**Classic Applesauce Bread:**

* This recipe is the classic applesauce bread that you know and love. It is made with all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, oil, and applesauce. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb and a slightly sweet taste.

**Healthier Applesauce Bread:**

* This recipe is a healthier version of the classic applesauce bread. It is made with whole wheat flour, less sugar, and applesauce sweetened with honey. The bread is still moist and flavorful, but it is also healthier and lower in calories.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make applesauce bread.

Let's cook with our recipes!

APPLESAUCE CINNAMON BREAD



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This whole wheat apple cinnamon bread recipe contains quite a bit of applesauce, which provides natural sweetness so you use less sugar. As a bonus, it also allows for a minimal amount of oil to be used. -Sherry Craw, Mattoon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the flours, sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking soda, salt, baking powder and nutmeg. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, applesauce, oil and milk. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Combine brown sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; sprinkle over the top. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.Freeze option: Securely wrap cooled loaf in foil, then freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APPLESAUCE BREAD



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This easy Applesauce Bread recipe is healthier than most quick breads and is so moist and flavorful from the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, and the perfect blend of spices.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Breakfast     Side Dish     Snack

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup oil ((vegetable oil, canola oil, melted coconut oil, or melted butter))
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
2 large eggs
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
pinch salt (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line the bottom of a 9X5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the insides of the pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Add the eggs, whisking until smooth. Add the applesauce, vanilla, and Greek yogurt and mix until well-combined
  • Add the flours, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and stir just until combined; don't over-mix the batter.
  • Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan and spread into an even layer.
  • Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with just moist crumbs.
  • Remove from oven. Run a knife gently around the side of the pan and then remove bread onto a cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 128 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 23 g, ServingSize 1 serving

YUMMY APPLESAUCE BREAD



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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

⅔ cup pecans
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ⅓ cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup applesauce
¼ cup water
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ tablespoons cider vinegar

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

SPICED APPLESAUCE BREAD



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With applesauce and spices, this bread is moist, delicious and great in lunch boxes. I also like it spread with cream cheese or peanut butter.

Provided by LOUISE

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ¼ cups applesauce
1 cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
3 tablespoons milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, oil, eggs and milk; beat well. Sift in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and salt; stir until smooth. Fold in the pecans. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 187.8 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

TASTY & HEALTHY APPLESAUCE BREAD



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This is really good, and you'll be amazed at how low in fat and sugar it is! The recipe started as one from Sunset's Light and Healthy cookbook (1990), but I've tweaked it over the years, and I think I could get away with even less sugar. It's moist enough you don't need to spread it with anything -- just slice and enjoy. If you substitute craisins (sweeted dried cranberries), it works nicely for a holiday brunch or snack. Hope you like it.

Provided by Meredith K.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 slices, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 egg
1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease a loaf pan.
  • Mix beaten egg with applesauce, oil sugars and salt, and combine thoroughly.
  • Stir in flours, baking soda and baking powder; mix well.
  • Stir in raisins and walnut pieces.
  • Pour into well-greased loaf pan and bake at 350° for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center of loaf comes out clean.
  • Let it rest in pan for 10 min., then turn out and allow to cool on rack.
  • Stores up to 4 days in air-tight container.

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.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Apples: Use a variety of apples with different flavors and textures, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn, for a complex and delicious applesauce.
  • Use Fresh Apples: Fresh apples yield the best flavor and texture for applesauce bread. If using store-bought applesauce, make sure it is unsweetened and has no added preservatives.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense bread. Mix the batter only until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a Loaf Pan with a Lid: This will help to create a moist and evenly baked loaf of bread.
  • Let the Bread Cool Completely: This will allow the flavors to meld and the bread to set properly.

Conclusion:

Apple sauce bread is an easy to make, delicious treat that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With its moist texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and the aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you're using fresh or store-bought applesauce, be sure to follow these tips to make the best applesauce bread possible. With a little bit of effort, you can create a delicious and wholesome loaf of bread that the whole family will enjoy!

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