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Harvest Spice Bread

Harvest Spice Bread

Delight in the flavors of fall with this irresistible Harvest Spice Bread recipe, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 5 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 25 teaspoons ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 5 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
  • 5 cups chopped nuts or raisins optional

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in nuts or raisins if using.
  6. Pour into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9g

Notes

Optional spices can be added for a personalized touch. Store bread wrapped in plastic for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.

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