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Easy Applesauce Bread with Cinnamon

A comforting and flavorful loaf, Easy Applesauce Bread with Cinnamon is perfect for cozy mornings and can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce Can be store-bought or homemade.
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Adds flavor; can use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 2 large eggs Bring to room temperature for best results.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for proper leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Ground cinnamon for flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Optional Ingredients
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans Add for crunch; optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, vegetable oil, sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this mix to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  4. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag.