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    Home » Quick Bread

    Applesauce Bread Recipe

    Modified: Aug 29, 2024 · Published: Oct 29, 2021 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 39 Comments

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    I love to make easy apple recipes with my kids, like this Applesauce Bread Recipe! We get to spend quality time together while making some tasty treats. My kids love banana bread, so I am always looking for easy, quick bread recipes that use different types of fruit.

    For more apple goodness, try our Apple Cookies or Apple Streusel Cake Recipe.

    This applesauce bread recipe made with apple sauce has yummy chunks of apples. It contains apple sauce which makes it yummy and moist.

    I had the idea to make this delicious applesauce bread because my kids love apples, and I knew that using apple sauce would result in a moist and yummy bread. I am so glad we made it because it has become one of my favorite easy bread recipes!

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    • Apple Bread Made With Apple Sauce
    • Easy Bread Recipes
    • Ingredients For Applesauce Bread Recipe
    • How To Make Apple Bread
    • Tips For Making Apple Bread Recipe
    • FAQs For Apple Bread With Applesauce
    • Apple Recipes
    • Bread Baking Supplies
    • Recipes Made With Apples
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    Apple Bread Made With Apple Sauce

    You'll love this apple bread since the apple sauce keeps the bread moist, and the apples add texture. Best of all, this recipe is so easy that kids can help make it. Kids love to help out in the kitchen, and they enjoy making and eating this bread since the wonderful blend of spices makes it the perfect fall treat.

    Applesauce bread recipe bread on cooling rack

    Easy Bread Recipes

    If you're short on time but still want to enjoy delicious homemade bread, these recipes are the perfect solution. These recipes don't require a lot of ingredients and prep time, making them ideal for busy individuals.

    From classic banana bread to savory garlic herb bread, there are endless possibilities for quick bread recipes.

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    Ingredients For Applesauce Bread Recipe

    • Chunky Apple Sauce: Brings in apple goodness and moistens the bread with little apple chunks. You can even make your own apple sauce with this Easy Instant Pot Applesauce Recipe.
    • Sugar: Sweetens things up and balances the apple tartness.
    • Brown Sugar: Adds a rich caramel touch and makes a crunchy top.
    • Honey: Sweetens naturally and makes the bread super moist.
    • Vegetable Oil: Keeps the bread soft and moist all the way through.
    • Eggs: Hold everything together and help the bread rise nicely.
    • Milk: Adds moisture and keeps the texture soft.
    • Vanilla: Gives a sweet aroma that pairs well with spices.
    • All-Purpose Flour: Gives the bread structure.
    • Baking Soda: Helps the bread rise and stay fluffy.
    • Baking Powder: Teams up with baking soda for a good rise.
    • Cinnamon: Adds warmth and a classic fall flavor.
    • Nutmeg: Enhances the spice mix.
    • Salt: Balances sweetness and boosts all the flavors.

    How To Make Apple Bread

    You'll want to start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Combine applesauce, sugars, honey, oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla in a large bowl and mix well. My daughter took her job very seriously.

    child pouring apple sauce in bowl

    We used 1 ½ cups of apple sauce, which kept the bread from being dry while giving it a delicious apple taste and sweetness. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to a large bowl. Stir until thoroughly combined.

    stirring apple bread batter in red bowl

    After combining wet and dry ingredients, my daughter helped me pour them into a loaf pan. Then we topped the apple bread batter with brown sugar before popping it in the oven. The brown sugar results in a crunchy, caramelized topping.

    apple bread in a loaf pan

    Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes at 350 degrees. If the top starts to brown before the inside is cooked, place some foil over the top and continue baking. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the bread. When it comes out clean, the bread is ready.

    This apple bread smells amazing while baking. Drawn in by the yummy scent, my kids ran into the kitchen, asking if it was ready.

    apple bread made with apple sauce

    Finally, it was time! I usually slather some butter on banana bread, but this apple bread was so soft, spongy, and moist because of the apple sauce that no butter was necessary.

    apple bread

    My kids started gobbling up the applesauce bread as soon as it had sufficiently cooled. Our apple bread lasted just one day before it was all gone. I can't guarantee how long your apple bread made with apple sauce will last, but I know it will be delicious!

    Tips For Making Apple Bread Recipe

    Tip 1: Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon and nutmeg to suit your taste. Adding a pinch of cloves or ginger can also enhance the fall flavors.

    Tip 2: For a lighter texture, avoid overmixing the batter. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.

    Tip 3: Add nuts like walnuts, pecans, or dried fruits like raisins for extra flavor and crunch.

    FAQs For Apple Bread With Applesauce

    Why do you use apple sauce to make this apple bread?

    Typically, if you are making apple bread, you would need to cut and cook up some apples, which can be time-consuming. But if you use a chunky applesauce, you get a tasty bread with a nice texture.

    How do you store apple bread?

    You can store it in an airtight container on the counter for 3-4 days. If you would like to freeze this apple bread, wrap it in plastic wrap and place it in a zip-top bag. You can freeze it for up to 3 months.

    Apple Recipes

    Apples are a seasonal favorite, especially in the fall when they’re at their peak, offering endless possibilities, from sweet desserts to savory dishes. Plus, with so many varieties, you can always find the perfect apple to suit your taste and recipe needs.

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    Bread Baking Supplies

    Making this applesauce bread recipe is easy with the right tools! Start with a few mixing bowls - one for wet ingredients and another for dry. Measuring cups and spoons are needed to get the perfect amount of ingredients, and a loaf pan gives apple bread its classic shape.

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    Apple bread made with apple sauce is a yummy treat that's both simple to make and family-friendly, perfect for spending some quality baking time together!

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    apple bread

    Apple Bread made with Apple Sauce

    Vicky
     Apple Bread made with Apple Sauce - This recipe is easy to make and packed with great tasting apple flavor! 
    4.64 from 38 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 228 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ cups Chunky Apple Sauce
    • ½ cup sugar
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 3 tablespoon brown sugar for topping
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • ¼ cup oil
    • 2 eggs
    • 3 tablespoons milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 2 cups flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x5 loaf pan.
    • Combine applesauce, sugars, honey, oil, eggs, milk and vanilla in a large bowl. Mix well.
    • Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to a large bowl.
    • Stir until thoroughly combined.
    • Pour into greased loaf pan and sprinkle 3 tablespoons of brown sugar on top evenly.
    • Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes at 350 degrees. If the top starts to really brown before the inside is totally cooked, place some foil over the top and continue baking.

    Notes

    • Go ahead and tweak the cinnamon and nutmeg to match your taste buds. Tossing in a pinch of cloves or ginger can amp up those cozy fall vibes.
    • Want a fluffier bread? Don't go overboard with the mixing. Just stir until everything's nicely combined.
    • Throw in some walnuts, pecans, or even raisins for a tasty crunch and flavor boost.
    These nutrition details are estimates from online calculators, and your actual values might differ due to various factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 3gFat: 5gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 55IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1.3mg
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    1. Leggs says

      February 24, 2025 at 6:29 pm

      5 stars
      This is a keeper!! I made it with my homemade chunky applesauce and cranberries, fantastic.😍

      Reply
      • Vicky says

        February 25, 2025 at 2:55 pm

        I love those additions. Great idea! So glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    2. TAYLER ROSS says

      March 11, 2024 at 1:41 pm

      5 stars
      My family loves anything apple so I made this bread over the weekend. It was delicious and it made our house smell amazing!

      Reply
    3. Kathleen says

      March 11, 2024 at 1:23 pm

      5 stars
      This apple bread looks scrumptious. I love how easy it is to make and that it uses applesauce. I'm looking forward to trying it.

      Reply
    4. Farwin says

      March 11, 2024 at 1:07 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe to use up all the extra applesauce we have. So delicious!

      Reply
    5. rebecca says

      March 11, 2024 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      love how easy this recipe is! The applesauce is such a great addition, it adds so much apple flavor and moisture to the bread

      Reply
    6. Bobby says

      January 09, 2023 at 2:16 pm

      Bread good but it sank I’m thinking not enough flour

      Reply
    7. Teresa says

      March 19, 2022 at 2:16 pm

      5 stars
      Easy to make and Delicious

      Reply
    8. Cait says

      October 30, 2020 at 2:45 pm

      Could I add actual apples along with the applesauce?

      Reply
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    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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