Harvest Loaf
Celebrate the flavors of the season with this hearty and wholesome Harvest Loaf, a moist and spiced bread packed with fall-inspired ingredients like shredded carrots, grated apple, and warm cinnamon. Sweetened with a combination of granulated sugar, brown sugar, and unsweetened applesauce, this loaf strikes the perfect balance of sweetness while staying wonderfully tender. Studded with crunchy walnuts or pecans and optional juicy raisins, every slice bursts with texture and flavor. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection, this cozy loaf is the ultimate treat for autumn mornings, coffee breaks, or dessert. Serve it plain or slathered with cream cheese for a comforting, homemade indulgence that's perfect for sharing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 0.75 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup grated apple (peeled)
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 0.5 cup 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, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Whisk together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Fold in the shredded carrots, grated apple, chopped nuts, and raisins (if using) using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the Harvest Loaf as is or with a spread of cream cheese or butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.9 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2776 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 648.3 g | 236% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 420.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.7 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2137 mg | 45% | |
*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.
