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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. 

applesauce bread on a wooden board with apples and spicesApplesauce Bread

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.

applesauce bread on a white cutting board

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.

whisking the wet and dry ingredients together in white bowls

  • Then fold in the nuts and pour into prepared loaf pan.
  • In a small bowl prepare the crumb topping and sprinkle over batter.

mixing the crumb topping in a white bowl

  • Bake in pre-heated oven for about 60 minutes.

applesauce bread ready for baking

  • 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.

a slice of applesauce bread and loaf on a white cutting board

More Delicious Sweet Bread Recipes

Best Homemade Lemon Bread

Classic Banana Bread

Pumpkin Bread

Streusel Topped Blueberry Bread

Mandarin Orange 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!

a slice of applesauce bread on a white cutting board

a slice of applesauce bread on a white cutting board
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Applesauce Bread

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. 
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 10 servings
Calories 361kcal
Author Rosemary Molloy

Ingredients

APPLESAUCE BREAD

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 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)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (I use corn or sunflower)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, pecans or walnuts)

CRUMB TOPPING

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
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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.

Notes

Depending on your oven start to check for doneness at the 50 minute mark.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg
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  3. D J Smith says

    5 stars
    I am on a roll with the Holidays coming up. Made the Applesauce Bread today.;9″ x 5″ loaf. I was afraid the stresuel topping might be a little dryer than we like so I used 3-T. butter instead of 2-T. The topping clings to the bread top nicely and didn’t seem to crack as much. The bread is a keeper for sure. Thanks !!

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  4. Anna Marie M Braund says

    5 stars
    Made applesauce bread yesterday. Quick, easy and delicious. Always enjoy trying new recipes and yours have never failed me. Like the extra notes and hints too. Thank you and keep sharing.

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  5. Kathleen Richfield says

    You don’t list any eggs in the ingredients, but you mention eggs in the instructions. Can you please clarify?

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