Low Fat Cherry Loaf
Delightfully moist and bursting with fruity goodness, this Low Fat Cherry Loaf is the perfect guilt-free indulgence for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and low-fat milk, this healthier take on a classic quick bread boasts a tender crumb without relying on excess oil or butter. Sweet, juicy cherries are paired with a hint of zesty lemon to create a flavor profile that's both vibrant and refined. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make loaf is ideal for those looking to bake a lighter treat without sacrificing taste. Whether enjoyed as-is or with a smear of your favorite spread, this cherry loaf is sure to become a household favorite. Perfectly suited for health-conscious baking enthusiasts, this recipe is your go-to for a naturally sweet, low-fat option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 120 ml unsweetened applesauce
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 120 ml low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 150 grams fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 teaspoons lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce and granulated sugar. Beat until smooth.
Add in the egg, low-fat milk, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Whisk until well combined.
Stir in the lemon zest for a hint of citrus flavor.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined – do not overmix.
Gently fold in the cherries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1664 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.0 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*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.
