This Healthy Apple Oatmeal Bread is moist, naturally sweetened, and packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a nutritious yet delicious treat. Made with whole wheat flour, oats, fresh apples, and warm cinnamon, this easy quick bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert.
It’s low in refined sugar, fiber-rich, and bursting with apple flavor, making it a great guilt-free option for the whole family. Enjoy it warm with a spread of nut butter or honey for a comforting bite!
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
Ingredients Overview
- Whole Wheat Flour: Provides fiber and a hearty texture.
- Oats: Adds chewiness and makes the bread extra filling.
- Apples: Naturally sweet and moist, keeping the bread tender.
- Honey or Maple Syrup: A natural sweetener for a healthier alternative to sugar.
- Cinnamon & Nutmeg: Brings out the warm apple flavor.
Ingredients (Makes 1 Loaf)
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt (or milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups finely chopped apples (peeled if preferred)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat eggs, applesauce, honey, Greek yogurt, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3: Combine & Add Apples
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in chopped apples and nuts.
Step 4: Bake the Bread
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Cool & Serve
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Total Time
55 minutes
Nutrition (per slice, ~10 servings)
- Calories: ~180
- Fat: ~5g
- Carbohydrates: ~30g
- Protein: ~5g
Expert Tips
- For Extra Moisture: Use grated apple instead of chopped for a softer texture.
- For a Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle with oats and cinnamon sugar before baking.
- To Make Muffins: Divide batter into muffin tins and bake for 18-20 minutes.
FAQs
Can I make this bread gluten-free?
Yes! Substitute gluten-free oat flour or a gluten-free baking blend.
Can I freeze this bread?
Yes! Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
Can I use coconut sugar instead of honey?
Absolutely! Use ⅓ cup coconut sugar for a slightly different sweetness.
Storing & Freezing
- Storing: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 3 months.
Substitutions & Variations
- Dairy-Free: Use almond milk or coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- Nut-Free: Skip the nuts or replace with raisins or dried cranberries.
- Spiced Version: Add ¼ teaspoon ground ginger for extra warmth.
Healthy Apple Oatmeal Bread
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- - Whisk or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- - 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- - 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
- - 1 cup rolled oats
- - 1 teaspoon baking soda
- - 1 teaspoon baking powder
- - ½ teaspoon salt
- - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- - ½ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- - 2 eggs
- - ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- - ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- - ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or milk
- - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 1 ½ cups finely chopped apples peeled if preferred
- - ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
Instructions
- #### **Step 1: Prepare the Batter**
- Preheat oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Grease and line a **9x5-inch loaf pan** with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together **flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg**.
- #### **Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients**
- In another bowl, beat **eggs, applesauce, honey, Greek yogurt, and vanilla** until smooth.
- #### **Step 3: Combine & Add Apples**
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in **chopped apples and nuts**.
- #### **Step 4: Bake the Bread**
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for **45-50 minutes**, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- #### **Step 5: Cool & Serve**
- Let cool in the pan for **10 minutes**, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!
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