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)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Applesauce Banana Bread

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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.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

5g

Carbs

12g

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