Carrot Apple and Cinnamon Loaf Light
Delight your taste buds with this wholesome and flavorful Carrot Apple and Cinnamon Loaf Light! Perfectly spiced with aromatic cinnamon, this moist and tender loaf combines the natural sweetness of grated carrots and apples with the subtle richness of unsweetened applesauce, making it a healthier twist on traditional quick breads. Packed with warm, earthy flavors and just the right amount of sweetness from brown sugar, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in under an hour. Plus, a sprinkle of optional chopped walnuts adds a delightful crunch to every slice. Ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a guilt-free dessert, this loaf is sure to become a family favorite. Bake it today for a comforting treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 100 grams Brown sugar
- 120 milliliters Unsweetened applesauce
- 60 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 150 grams Grated carrots
- 100 grams Grated apple (peeled)
- 50 grams Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and brown sugar until creamy and smooth.
Add the applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whisk until fully combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the grated carrots, grated apple, and chopped walnuts (if using), ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as is, or enjoy with a light smear of cream cheese or a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.2 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 34.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2369 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.3 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1266 mg | 27% | |
*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.
