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Apple Spiced Applesauce Bread with Maple Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Applesauce Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and a hint of maple syrup glaze, this bread is moist, tender, and deliciously spiced. The easy-to-follow recipe yields a comforting, sweet bread that pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups (205g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (115g) unsweetened applesauce
  • 3/4 cup (168g) vegetable oil (extra-virgin olive oil, melted coconut oil, or canola oil will work)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup (65g) light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Glaze

  • 1 1/2 cup (180g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking, and set it aside for later.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves until well combined. This ensures the spices and leavening agents are evenly distributed.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and salt until well incorporated. Then, mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, blending thoroughly.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Gently fold them together until just combined, leaving some small lumps – do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
  5. Bake the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top slightly. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 20 minutes. Then, carefully invert the bread onto the rack and turn it right side up, allowing it to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, stir together the powdered sugar, real maple syrup, and milk. Adjust consistency as needed by adding more milk (1 teaspoon at a time) if too thick or more powdered sugar if too thin, whisking well after each addition until smooth.
  8. Glaze the bread: Place parchment paper under the rack to catch drips. Drizzle the desired amount of glaze over the cooled bread and allow it to set for about 30 minutes.
  9. Storage: Cover leftover bread and store at room temperature for 3 to 4 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and moist; some lumps are fine.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with extra-virgin olive oil, melted coconut oil, or canola oil based on preference.
  • Ensure the bread is completely cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and running off.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the milk gradually instead of adding more powdered sugar to maintain sweetness balance.
  • This bread freezes well; wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/apple-spiced-applesauce-bread-with-maple-glaze-recipe/