SPICY APPLESAUCE FRUIT BREAD

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I've had this fruity loaf in my recipe collection since 1975. I tweak it with spices and candied fruit, depending on the season. -Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
1/2 cup chopped candied citron

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk 2 cups flour, baking powder, salt, spices and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, sugars, melted butter and orange zest until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. In a small bowl, toss cranberries and candied citron with remaining flour; fold into batter., Transfer to 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Nahid Khan official
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This bread is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. It's a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option.


Sona blon
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This is the best applesauce bread I've ever had! The texture is perfect and the flavor is amazing.


Tripura Babyti
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I'm not usually a fan of applesauce bread, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make.


donnavin
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This bread is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the applesauce and spices complement each other.


Md Eyanus Ali Eyanus
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I've been making this bread for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.


Wazeer Mayo
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This is one of my favorite recipes for applesauce bread. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Chaiti Dey
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I made this bread for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Neo Lundgren
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I love the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg in this recipe. They really give the bread a warm and inviting flavor.


Gustavo Kaka
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This bread is a great way to use up leftover applesauce. It's also a delicious and easy snack or breakfast item.


Md_Farhan Hossain
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The bread turned out perfectly and was a hit with my family.


Dennis Tadiwa
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This spicy applesauce fruit bread is a delightful treat! The combination of sweet applesauce and warm spices creates a moist and flavorful bread that is perfect for any occasion.