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    Easy Applesauce Bread Recipe

    Published: Jan 9, 2023 by Radwa ·

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    Since I don't like the texture of apples in desserts, I made this cake with applesauce instead. My applesauce bread is super soft, moist, flavorful, and easy to make.

    Applesauce bread slices.

    Applesauce Bread Recipe

    I LOVE this cinnamon applesauce bread recipe, it has a soft, fluffy texture and a sweet taste. It is perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of milk or tea.

    Really, what makes this sweet loaf delicious is, firstly, the applesauce, which reminds me of a fresh harvest of apples in every bite. The second ingredient that brings the cake warmth and flavor is ground cinnamon.

    Personally, I prefer making this recipe with applesauce instead of real apple chunks. But you may add both in the batter if you will consume this sweet bread in 2-3 days maximum.

    Apple loaf cake slices and the whole loaf is in the background.

    You'll Need

    • Caster sugar: I also call it baking sugar or superfine sugar. You can also use light or dark brown sugar.
    • All-purpose flour: You may use whole wheat flour instead of plain flour. However, the apple cake loaf may have a slightly different texture.
    • Unsweetened Applesauce: Pick up your favourite store-bought applesauce brand or use a homemade applesauce.
    • Butter: I prefer unsalted butter. It can be replaced with vegetable oil, avocado oil, light olive oil or melted coconut oil.
    • Baking powder & Baking soda: Rising agents which will make the bread fluffy.
    • Ground cinnamon: If you can’t find a container version, get some cinnamon sticks and grind it yourself.
    • Eggs: I used 2 large eggs.

    “See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

    How To Make Applesauce Bread?

    Preheat your oven to 170 C / 325 F, and line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment paper. Once that is ready to go, start preparing the batter.

    Whisk eggs and sugar until fluffy.

    One: Beat the eggs with sugar in a large mixing bowl with the electric mixer until the mixture is pale yellow.

    Mix in apple sauce, melted butter and vanilla extract.

    Two: Mix in the applesauce and melted butter until it is well combined in the same bowl.

    Mix in the dry ingredients, then pour the batter into the loaf tin.

    Three: Stir in the flour, and baking powder, followed by the cinnamon and baking soda, until all the ingredients are well combined.

    Four: The batter should be of fluffy consistency as opposed to too thick or too fluid/runny.

    Five: Transfer this well-whipped batter to the prepared loaf pan and bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes until the top of the applesauce loaf is golden brown.

    Six: Allow the loaf to cool completely before cutting. That’s it; this easy cake is ready to be devoured.

    Applesauce bread slices and the whole loaf is in the background.

    Expert Tips!

    • If you want to have an easier time cleaning up, you can use a disposable aluminium loaf pan, which is easy to transport also once the cake is ready.
    • If you can, place the loaf cake in the centre of the oven. We’d like it to be cooked fast and evenly as well.
    • For the best texture, I like to use smooth applesauce.
    • I keep this cake at room temperature for a good 2 days.

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    5 from 3 votes

    Easy Applesauce Bread

    This applesauce bread is super soft, moist, flavorful, and easy to make. It is perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
    Course Baking, Cake
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 16 Servings
    Calories 154kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Loaf tin
    • Mixing bowl
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup caster sugar
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup butter , melted
    • ¾ cup applesauce
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 large eggs

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 170 C / 325 F, and line a 2lb loaf tin with parchment paper.
    • Beat the eggs with sugar in a large mixing bowl until pale.
      1 cup caster sugar, 2 large eggs
    • Mix in the applesauce and butter until combined.
      ¾ cup applesauce, ½ cup butter
    • Stir in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and baking soda until incorporated.
      1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • Transfer the batter to the cake tin and bake in the oven for 45-50 minutes.
    • Allow to cool completely before cutting.

    Notes

    I keep this cake at room temperature for a good 2 days.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Lesley Coffey says

      March 29, 2026 at 7:40 pm

      Just made it for the third time. Delicious, easy and my friends and neighbours loved it!

      Reply
    2. Kim says

      January 09, 2023 at 1:40 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love this recipe. It’s so good, yet healthy.

      Reply
    3. Andrea says

      January 09, 2023 at 1:39 pm

      5 stars
      Finally! Found a healthy yet delicious cake recipe for my lunches.

      Reply
    5 from 3 votes (1 rating without comment)

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