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Deliciously Healthy Apple Cinnamon Bread Recipe
Low Fat Apple Bread Recipe 🍏🍞
Overview:
- Name: Low Fat Apple Bread
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Apple, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaf breads
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Applesauce |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 2 cups | Sugar |
| 1-2 tsp | Vanilla |
| 3 | Apples (grated) |
| 3 cups | Flour |
| 2 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1/4 tsp | Nutmeg |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Adjust the oven rack to the second-lowest position.
- Grease two 9 x 5-inch loaf pans or use mini loaf pans.
- Grate the apples and set them aside, covering them with plastic wrap to prevent browning.
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, eggs, sugar, and vanilla.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- Sift together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
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Combine Ingredients:
- By hand mixing with a wooden spoon, blend the dry ingredients into the applesauce mixture.
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Add Apples and Nuts:
- Stir in the shredded apples and nuts (if using).
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Transfer to Loaf Pans:
- Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
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Bake:
- Bake for 70-75 minutes, or until the loaf breads test done.
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Optional:
- Sprinkle with sugar before slicing the loaves if desired.
- If you prefer, you can replace the applesauce with 1 cup of vegetable or canola oil, but this will increase the fat content.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1772.2
- Fat Content: 9.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 279mg
- Sodium Content: 1942.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 397.4g
- Fiber Content: 12.5g
- Sugar Content: 220.3g
- Protein Content: 29.6g
Tips and Notes:
- This Low Fat Apple Bread is perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack option.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite nuts or spices.
- Ensure the bread is completely cooled before slicing to achieve clean cuts.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer shelf life.
