Pantry Apple Loaf

Transform your everyday pantry staples into a moist, spiced delight with this Pantry Apple Loaf recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of diced apples and warm notes of cinnamon, this quick bread comes together with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Unsweetened applesauce and a hint of brown sugar add depth, while optional chopped nuts provide a delightful crunch. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this loaf is easy to whip up with ingredients you likely already have on hand. Ready in just over an hour, including baking time, this recipe is ideal for filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of homemade goodness. For best results, serve slices slightly warm or topped with a dollop of butter.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 large, peeled and finely diced apple
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently. Pour in the milk and stir until combined. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated—do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apple and chopped nuts (if using) using a spatula.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 8

Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1121.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2793.5

Total Fat 98.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.8g
Cholesterol 383.0mg	0%
Sodium 2282.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 442.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 232.7g
Protein 51.9g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 367.8mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1347.5mg	0%

*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: 31.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 61.7%