Glazed Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bread Recipe
This Glazed Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. Combining wholesome oats, warm cinnamon, and sweet applesauce, it delivers a comforting taste with a hint of natural sweetness. The delicate apple glaze adds a lovely finish, making each slice irresistibly soft and slightly sticky on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 48 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup applesauce (homemade or chunky style is best)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar (add more if needed to thicken)
- 1/4 cup applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9.25 by 5.25 by 2.75 inch metal nonstick loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all purpose flour, old fashioned oats, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder. Mix them well by hand to distribute all ingredients evenly, then set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, beaten eggs, Greek yogurt, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- Mix Batter: Add the wet ingredients mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir by hand gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 48 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean without batter.
- Prepare Glaze: While the bread bakes, whisk together the powdered sugar and applesauce in a small bowl to form a smooth glaze. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar if needed to thicken.
- Glaze the Bread: Once the bread is removed from the oven and has cooled slightly but is still warm, pour the glaze evenly over the top. The glaze will settle into the cracks, keeping the bread moist and adding a slightly sticky, sweet finish.
Notes
- Use chunky or homemade applesauce for better texture in the bread.
- Allow the bread to cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting completely.
- The glaze can be stored separately and added just before serving if preferred.
- Store bread in an airtight container to maintain moisture for several days.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil for a subtle flavor variation.
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