Applesauce Banana Bread Recipe

Moist and delicious applesauce banana bread recipe! This easy-to-follow recipe combines the sweetness of bananas and applesauce for a naturally sweet and flavorful loaf. Optional cranberries add a delightful tartness and festive touch. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon treat. Get ready to enjoy this comforting and healthy bread!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 188.2 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Applesauce Banana Bread

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Applesauce Banana Bread

  • Flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • Eggs
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • Dried Cranberries
  • Dried Blueberries
  • Shredded Coconut
  • Vanilla
  • Cinnamon
  • Flax Seed

How to Make Applesauce Banana Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¾ cup granulated sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas with a fork. Stir in 1 cup unsweetened applesauce and ½ cup packed brown sugar until well combined.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in ½ cup dried cranberries (optional).
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

5g

Carbs

12g

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