One Bowl Healthy and Easy Apple Bread

This healthy and easy apple bread recipe only takes one bowl and a few simple ingredients to make. This fall treat is made with fresh apples, cinnamon, and whole-wheat flour & will instantly make your house smell amazing!

This post was originally published in 2018, but has since been updated.

It's FALL! I'm sorry Christmas, but I'm pretty sure the entire season of fall is the most wonderful time of the year. The sweaters. The boots. The FOOD.

I know, I know. Pumpkin is the great king of fall, but apples are QUEEN.

What makes this apple bread delicious and healthy

• eggs
• vanilla
• maple syrup
• unsweetened applesauce
• vanilla Greek yogurt
• white whole wheat flour
• baking soda
• baking powder
• cinnamon
• salt
• apples
• oats
• brown sugar

How To Make this Easy Apple Bread Recipe

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F, and coating a loaf pan with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, combine 2 eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla, ½ cup maple syrup, ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, and ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt.

Sift in 2 cups of white whole-wheat flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt to the wet mixture, and stir to combine.

Stir in chopped apples, and transfer mixture to prepared loaf pan.

Wipe out bowl, and combine ½ cup white whole wheat flour, ½ cup oats, ¼ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce, and a pinch of cinnamon. Drop mixture on top of prepared bread dough, and bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Let cool in pan for 5 minutes, before removing and left to cool completely on a wire cooling rack. Slice into 9 servings.

* If you like this recipe, you'll love these Pumpkin Pie Stuffed Baked Apples too! *

Pro Tips

• Use a firmer apple like Fuji or Granny Smith for more texture.
• Sifting the dry ingredients into the wet helps incorporate them evenly.
• Bake in a muffin tin to pre-portion & make these even more portable.

FAQs

What kind of apple do I use?

Any apple will do, but use a firmer apple like a Granny Smith or Fuji if you want a bit more texture in your bread.

What if I don't have white whole-wheat flour?

You can use ½ all-purpose flour, and ½ whole-wheat flour instead, or use all-purpose flour for the entire recipe. Traditional whole-wheat flour can be a bit dense, so I wouldn't suggest using it for the whole recipe.

Can I make this vegan or gluten-free?

I haven't tested this to be gluten-free or vegan-friendly, so can't say how the bread would turn out accordingly. If you give a try, please share!

Money-Saving Tips for this Easy Apple Bread Recipe:

• Buy in bulk. Purchasing bulk sizes for items like flour, oats, and yogurt is more cost-effective, but only saves you money if you will use them, and not throw them away.
• Use store brands. Utilize store brands for a more affordable option, that doesn't sacrifice flavor or quality.

more quick bread recipes:

Easy Pumpkin Bread

Candied Walnut Sweet Potato Bread

Dutch Oven Whole Wheat Cinnamon Raisin Bread

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