Sweet, spiced, and bursting with natural flavors, this Vegan Classic Fruit Bread is the ultimate plant-based treat for any occasion. Packed with wholesome ingredients like chopped nuts, mixed dried fruits, and the aromatic duo of cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of texture and taste. A mix of almond milk, applesauce, and maple syrup provides natural sweetness and moisture, while a hint of lemon zest adds a refreshing twist. Perfectly baked in under an hour, this dairy-free and egg-free loaf is as easy to make as it is to devour. Whether enjoyed as a comforting breakfast, mid-day snack, or dessert, this vegan fruit bread is sure to become a family favoriteβand itβs completely cruelty-free!
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Add in the chopped nuts and mixed dried fruits to the dry ingredients and stir until they are evenly coated with the flour mixture. This prevents them from sinking during baking.
In a separate bowl, combine the unsweetened almond milk, applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Stir well until all wet ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice the fruit bread once cooled and enjoy as a delicious and hearty vegan treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.
Calories |
2681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 71.6 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2910 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.7 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 216.7 g | ||
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 672 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2420 mg | 51% | |
*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.