Allegheny Applesauce Bread
Discover the cozy charm of Allegheny Applesauce Bread, a moist and flavorful quick bread that pairs warm spices with the natural sweetness of applesauce. This recipe combines pantry staples like cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar for a comforting aroma that will fill your kitchen as it bakes. With optional add-ins like walnuts and raisins, each slice offers a delightful balance of tender texture and subtle crunch. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, this easy-to-make bread comes together in just over an hour, including prep and bake time. Serve it plain, or elevate it with a slather of butter or cream cheese for a truly irresistible treat. Great for fall gatherings or anytime you crave a slice of cozy nostalgia, Allegheny Applesauce Bread is a must-try recipe that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 items large eggs
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups chopped walnuts (optional)
- 0.5 cups raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; it's okay if the batter has small lumps.
If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts and/or raisins to the batter for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove the bread from the pan and allow it to cool completely on the wire rack before slicing and serving.
Serve slices of Allegheny Applesauce Bread plain, or enjoy with a smear of butter or cream cheese for added richness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 158.1 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2685 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 508.2 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 285.5 g | ||
| Protein | 50.3 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1720 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
