Ingredients:
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
1 large egg (or 2 egg whites)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or nonfat yogurt (optional for extra moisture)
Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup raisins, chopped nuts, or shredded apple
🔪 Instructions:
Preheat oven:
350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Combine wet ingredients:
In another bowl, mix applesauce, honey/maple syrup, egg, vanilla, and yogurt (if using) until smooth.
Mix batter:
Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir just until combined. Fold in any optional add-ins.
Bake:
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool:
Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
✅ Tips:
Using unsweetened applesauce keeps sugar low but still sweetens naturally.
Add a drizzle of honey or a light cream cheese frosting if you want it a bit more indulgent.
Store wrapped at room temp for 2-3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Want a gluten-free version or ideas for low-calorie frosting?