Nut-Free Classic Nut Bread

Discover the joy of baking with this Nut-Free Classic Nut Bread—an irresistible spin on the traditional loaf that’s entirely nut-free yet packed with flavor. Perfect for those with nut allergies or simply looking for a wholesome treat, this recipe combines the comforting warmth of cinnamon with the natural sweetness of raisins and dried apricots, creating a moist and tender loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened applesauce and a touch of brown sugar, this quick bread delivers delightful flavor and texture in just over an hour from start to finish. Serve it plain, toasted with butter, or alongside your favorite tea or coffee for a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.75 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped dried apricots

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, and vegetable oil until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Fold in the raisins and chopped dried apricots 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 comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve your nut-free classic nut bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1134.1 grams (1134.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3171

Total Fat 69.40g	89%
Saturated Fat 13.30g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.80g
Cholesterol 387mg	129%
Sodium 2787mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 619.20g	225%
Dietary Fiber 22.00g	79%
Total Sugars 396.80g
Protein 48.20g	96%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 470mg	36%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 2609mg	56%

*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: 19.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 75.2%