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Nothing beats the comforting aroma of apples and cinnamon baking in the oven. This Homemade Applesauce Bread is soft, moist, and full of warm flavors—perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftover applesauce!

A Special Take on Applesauce Baking

I often use applesauce as an egg substitute in my eggless cakes, but today, I wanted to make something different. This applesauce bread includes eggs, giving it a wonderfully rich and soft texture. If you love using homemade applesauce, this recipe is a great way to highlight its natural sweetness!

Two jars of homemade applesauce, one covered with a red-and-white checkered lid and the other wrapped in rustic burlap. Fresh red apples, a wooden spoon tied with a red ribbon, and spices like cinnamon and star anise are arranged on a checkered cloth. — Fresh apples, warm spices, and homemade applesauce – the secret to a soft, naturally sweet, and delicious applesauce bread!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Super easy to make—just mix and bake!
A great way to use homemade or store-bought applesauce
Lightly sweetened and full of warm cinnamon flavor
Stays moist for days and freezes beautifully

A freshly baked loaf of applesauce bread, sliced and served on a white platter. The bread is topped with oats and chopped nuts, giving it a rustic and wholesome texture. — Soft, naturally sweet, and packed with warm flavors—this homemade applesauce bread is the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. Topped with oats and nuts for a delicious crunch!

A freshly baked applesauce bread topped with oats and walnuts, sliced and served on a white platter. A cup of tea, a sunflower-patterned oven mitt, and a small vase with pink flowers complete the cozy setup.

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Homemade Applesauce Bread

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1

Servings 1 Loaf

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (195 grams)
1/2 cup whole wheat flour (65 grams)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup walnuts-toasted
1 egg (lightly beaten)
1&1/4 cup applesauce (295 grams)
1/4 cup any flavourless oil (55 grams)
1/2 cup plain yoghurt (120 grams)
1/2 cup light brown sugar (100 gram)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla ectract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a loaf pan.
In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.
In another bowl, whisk wet ingredients until smooth.
Gently fold wet ingredients into dry, avoiding overmixing.
Pour batter into prepared pan, sprinkle toppings if desired.
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Slice and enjoy!

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Notes

Tips & Tricks

Use unsweetened applesauce for a healthier version.
Swap brown sugar with honey or maple syrup for a different sweetness.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to a month.

Author: Deepali Ohri

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: applesauce, applesauce bread, applesauce cake, breakfast bread, cinnamon apple bread, easy apple bread recipe, fall baking, healthy apple bread, homemade applesauce, homemade applesauce bread, moist apple bread, no yeast bread, quick bread, spiced apple bread

A freshly baked applesauce bread in a loaf pan, topped with oats and walnuts. The loaf rests on a woven mat, with a sunflower-patterned oven mitt in the background. — Just out of the oven! This golden, soft, and nutty applesauce bread is packed with warm flavors and a crunchy oat-walnut topping. Can’t wait to slice into it!

With its golden-brown crust and soft, spiced interior, this Applesauce Bread is a must-try. Happy baking! And don’t forget to check out my Instagram for my homemade applesauce recipe—link in the description below!