Incredibly Moist Apple Bread

Experience the ultimate comfort with this incredibly moist apple bread, a crowd-pleasing treat bursting with warm spices and fresh apple flavor. Made with tender chunks of juicy apples, a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, and enriched with unsweetened applesauce, this quick bread boasts a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture that's impossible to resist. A touch of brown sugar adds depth, while optional chopped walnuts or pecans lend a delightful crunch. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack, this one-bowl recipe is easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed plain, this apple bread is a fall favorite you'll bake again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 1.5 cups apple, peeled and finely diced
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.

Step 4

Stir the applesauce into the wet ingredients.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apple and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Remove the loaf pan from the oven and let the apple bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 10

Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1224.3 grams (1224.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3300

Total Fat 149.50g	192%
Saturated Fat 68.40g	342%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 2671mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 463.90g	169%
Dietary Fiber 19.40g	69%
Total Sugars 248.00g
Protein 49.40g	99%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 317mg	24%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1318mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 54.6%