Ingredients
For each recipe, you will need the following:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup applesauce
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. In a third bowl, mix together the applesauce and diced apples.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Add the applesauce and diced apples and mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
This recipe makes one 9x5 inch loaf of apple bread. Each slice contains the following nutrition facts:
- Calories: 198
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 41 mg
- Sodium: 284 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Sugars: 18 g
- Protein: 3 g
Variations
There are so many different variations you can make to the basic recipe. You can add different types of nuts, such as walnuts or pecans. You could also add dried fruits, such as raisins or cranberries. You could also try adding different spices, such as cinnamon or nutmeg. You can even try adding different types of extracts, such as almond or lemon. The possibilities are endless!
You can also try baking the bread in different shapes, such as bundt pan. You could also try making muffins or mini loaves. If you are feeling really adventurous, you could try making a giant apple bread cake!
Storage
The bread will keep for up to five days at room temperature. You can also store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. If you want to freeze the bread, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to three months.
Conclusion
Apple bread is a delicious and easy treat that can be enjoyed any time of the year. You can make it in a variety of ways, from adding different ingredients to baking in different shapes. You can also store it for up to three months. Try one of these easy and delicious recipes today!
