Applesauce Nut Bread Recipe

Name: Applesauce Nut Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter, at room temperature; 1 cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg; ½ cup pecans or ½ cup walnuts, chopped and toasted; coarse sugar, for topping

Servings: persons

1
No need to preheat the oven, just lightly grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch baking pan (not a 9x5).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
3
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the applesauce.
4
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and spices.
5
By hand, or with a mixer on low speed, beat flour mixture into applesauce mixture.
6
Stir in toasted nuts and pour into prepared pan.
7
Top with coarse sugar, if desired.
8
Place pan in a cold oven and turn oven on to 350F.
9
Bake for 80-90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top of the loaf is browned.
10
Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

778

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons butter, at room temperature, 1 cup sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce, and more.

Yes, Applesauce Nut Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Applesauce Nut Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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