This easy Applesauce Bread is moist and delicious. Baked with a tasty cinnamon crumb topping, it’s sure to become one of your favourite fall recipes.
Nothing like Fall to bring out all the best baking recipes. And of course all the best aromas in the kitchen. One of the best things I learned from Italians are, Yes you can have cake for breakfast.
So why not a sweet bread too?! And this Applesauce Bread with a tasty crumb topping is perfect, even for a snack in the afternoon with a hot coffee or tea.
I made this bread with my own Homemade Applesauce, but a store bought one that has very little sugar added would work too.
I also added some nuts to batter. For this bread I used pecans, but you could also use either almonds, hazelnuts or walnuts.
How to make Applesauce Bread
- In a large bowl whisk together the applesauce, sugars, vegetable oil, eggs and milk until combined.
- Add the flour mixture and whisk until smooth.
- Then fold in the nuts and pour into prepared loaf pan.
- In a small bowl prepare the crumb topping and sprinkle over batter.
- Bake in pre-heated oven for about 60 minutes.
- Let cool completely before slicing.
How to store Applesauce Bread
Sweet Breads are best stored in an airtight bag and well sealed. They can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
To freeze sweet breads be sure to wrap the completely cooled loaf (or if you prefer individual slices), tightly in foil or plastic wrap, then place them in freezer safe bags or container.
They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
The loaf or slices can be thawed at room temperature.
More Delicious Sweet Bread Recipes
- Best Homemade Lemon Bread
- Classic Banana Bread
- Pumpkin Bread
- Streusel Topped Blueberry Bread
- Mandarin Orange Bread
- Easy Swirled Cinnamon Bread
So if you are looking for a Sweet Bread to bring in the Fall or Winter weather then why not give this Applesauce Bread with Crumb Topping a try and let me know. Enjoy!
Applesauce Bread
Ingredients
APPLESAUCE BREAD
- 2 cups all purpose flour (260 grams)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups applesauce (lightly sweetened & smooth) (375 grams)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (lightly packed) (90 grams)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (I use corn or sunflower) (50 grams)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons milk (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, pecans or walnuts) (48 grams)
CRUMB TOPPING
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (lightly packed) (90 grams)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour (65 grams)
- 2 tablespoons butter (soft)
For room temperature ingredients, remove from the fridge 45-60 before using.
Instructions
APPLESAUCE BREAD
- Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Grease and flour a 9 x 5 inch (22 x 12 cm) loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl whisk together the applesauce, sugars, vegetable oil, eggs and milk until combined. Then add the whisked flour mixture and whisk until smooth. Fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour into the prepared loaf pan, sprinkle with the crumb mixture and bake for approximately 60-70 minutes. Let cool in loaf pan before removing. Slice and serve. Enjoy!
CRUMB TOPPING
- In a medium bowl mix together the sugar, cinnamon and flour. Add the butter and mix either with a fork or your fingers until coarse crumbs appear.
