Two Grain Cranberry /Applesauce Bread Recipe

Name: Two Grain Cranberry /Applesauce Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter, softened; ⅔ cup packed brown sugar; 2 eggs; 1 cup rolled oats, not instant; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ⅔ cup whole wheat flour; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon ground cloves or ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 cup dried cranberries or 1 cup raisins; ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted (or walnuts); 1 ¼ cups unsweetened applesauce

Servings: persons

½ cup butter, softened
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 cup rolled oats, not instant
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cup whole wheat flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon ground cloves or ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup dried cranberries or 1 cup raisins
½ cup chopped pecans, toasted (or walnuts)
1 ¼ cups unsweetened applesauce

1
In a large bowl, beat butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Beat in eggs, one at a time.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together all but 2 tablespoons of the rolled oats, the all purpose and whole wheat flours, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cloves.
4
Add cranberries and pecans.
5
Stir into butter mixture alternately with applesauce, making 3 additions of oat mixture and 2 of applesauce.
6
Scrape into parchment paper lined or greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
7
Sprinkle with reserved rolled oats.
8
Bake in centre of 350f degree oven until tester inserted in centre comes out clean, about 65 minutes.
9
Let cool in pan on rack for 10 minutes.
10
Turn out onto rack and let cool completely.
11
Make-ahead: Wrap in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 2 days or overwrap with heavy duty foil and freeze for up to 1 month.

814

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup butter, softened, ⅔ cup packed brown sugar, 2 eggs, 1 cup rolled oats, not instant, and more.

Yes, Two Grain Cranberry /Applesauce 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.

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Two Grain Cranberry /Applesauce Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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