My mom is one of my best taste testers. She’s pretty good about being honest with me, and I’ve even got a few “not my favorite” or “little too sweet for me” when I have brought something over for her to try.
We all need those people in our lives, right? The kind of friend who will tell you when your eyebrows need attention, or you have basil in your teeth. I promise I’ll be the first to tell you if you ever fit into either of these categories, okay?
Because the applesauce I used to make this amazing Glazed Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bread came from my mom which she made from her very own apple tree, I really wanted to give her some of this bread to try. So I ran some over (she lives 2 minutes away from me). After she tasted it, she said, “This is OUTSTANDING!”
So there you go, it’s mom approved. And yes, it is apple picking time here. We are seasonally confused here in sunny old AZ.
You’ll looove the glaze we’ve got going on here. I completely ADORE glazes on sweet breads. Keeps them so moist and just really takes them to the next level of yummy-liciousness. I just checked and that’s not a real word, unless you hyphenate it… so we’re good!
Whether it’s truly apple season or not, if you have access to some tart Granny Smith apples, try making homemade applesauce. Serve some with dinner and then use the extra to make this bread!
Here is a great recipe for Homemade Applesauce. I like to make it in the crockpot on low for about 6 hours. I use an immersion blender to make it smooth!
I have also made this bread with store-bought applesauce and it still tastes good, but lacks a little bit of the apple flavor that comes from using tart apples to make homemade applesauce.
Homemade applesauce will usually be thicker than store-bought, so you may need to add just a bit more flour if your applesauce has more moisture. The homemade applesauce I used had more of scoop-able consistency rather than a pourable consistency.
PrintGlazed Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bread
This bread is ridiculously soft and moist, and is bursting with apple flavor. No mixer required!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 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 oven to 350 degrees, and grease loaf pan. I used a 9.25 by 5.25 by 2.75 inch metal nonstick loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix by hand flour, oats, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In another bowl, mix sugar, oil, eggs, yogurt, applesauce, and vanilla, then stir into dry ingredients by hand until just combined.
- Scoop the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 45-48 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and whisk together the powdered sugar and applesauce for the glaze.
- When the bread has cooled for just a bit, pour the glaze over the top. It will settle into the cracks and keep the bread moist. The glaze will set, but will remain slightly sticky.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 359
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 142mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 32mg
I hope you have a happy Fourth of July! If you need a few menu planning ideas, here are a couple of my favorites:
Sweet and Spicy BBQ Baked Beans
Easy Creamy Vanilla Pudding Fruit Dip
Hehe I def need a friend who tells me that my eyebrows are out of control ;). Yes, you are a sweet dear friend. Your mom has an apple tree? So jealous..we tried growing one of those..I blame it on the Texas weather haha. Love glazes on breads as well. I am def pinning this recipe! Mother approved = AMAZING! I appreciate your healthy substitutions as well. Hope you’re doing well, Julie! Happy forth of July. I’m going to be missing out on all the festivities this year so I shall try to live vicariously through some of you guys ;).
I bet your eyebrows always look perfect Min! Hope you are enjoying your trip! Loving all the IG pics!
Mm yummyyummyeila
How do you store this? I made it for an event I’m going to in the morning and it turned out AWESOME, but didn’t know if i need to store it in the fridge or they can stay out on the counter???
I just leave it on the counter in an airtight container. No need to refrigerate. So glad you like it!
Also..freezes really well. Baked cake and glazed as directed. Let glaze set then placed a piece of parchment over the glazed part and then wrapped well in plastic wrap and put in freezer. Placed on counter to thaw and cake was still very moist and yummy.
Thanks for the tips Lisa – good to know!
How long will this keep for?
This bread looks wonderfully moist, and I love that both applesauce and oatmeal are involved! What a nice healthier treat! 😉
Healthy with all that oil????
I used olive oil and stevia instead of sugar
Healthier than butter! 😊
What a perfect bread! Yummy! Happy 4th of July to you and your family.
Thank you, and same to you Ilona!
This bread looks lovely Julie! I also adore glazes on breads, it’s the best part!
These look so yummy! Even on the screen this looks so moist and delicious. It’s funny how even when we are adults getting moms approval means so much!
Thanks Lindsay!
Can I just use pain yogurt instead of Greek?
Yes that should be fine!
Hello this recipe looks delicious I am in the midst of making it but you’re baking time is way off so far it’s been baking now for an additional 12 minutes longer than your specified time
Thank you for your feedback Amber!
Whew. Happy to read your comment.
I’m still baking mine too. 25 minutes over.
I added pecans. Wonder if that made a difference in cooking time? Anyways, thank you, it’s delicious!
Has anyone tried making this gluten free? I love some flour but my sister in law is gluten free. Would love to make for a family gathering.
Hi Yvonne. I have made this using Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Old Fashioned Oats and Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1 to 1 Baking Flour, and Mott’s Applesauce (Natural). I am not on a gluten free diet, but made it this way for women in my Bible study group who are. They loved it! I also made just a regular loaf, and I really couldn’t tell a difference in taste. I hope this helps you.
Thank you Dee!
Excellent! Made ours gluten free using Cup for Cup, and family loved it 🙂
Thank you Becky!
Yes- I just made it tonight! It looks great. Just need the glaze to set. I use Namaste Perfect Flour Blend instead of regular all purpose flour and i have never had an issue!
a sweet ending to a nice meal! the glaze does look great.
Thank you Dina. The glaze is my favorite part!
I’m on weight watcher just wondering if you know the break down of everything so I can count it for the points.
Thanks
Hello,
Is there a way to substitute the sugar in this recipe?
Thanks!
Hi Jenna, I haven’t tried making it with any kind of sugar substitute so I’m really not sure how it would turn out. Let me know how it goes if you try it with any substitutions.
I use honey in most of my cakes instead of sugar..
Good to know, I’ll have to try that.
Angela, how much honey did you use?
Thanks
Heidi
I used stevia. Same ratio as regular granulated sugar.
This looks way too good. Have you tried making this into muffins with success?
I haven’t tried this recipe in a muffin tin, but I think it would work out great. Just reduce your baking time to about 17-18 minutes. Check a muffin by poking the top with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, they’re done! Hope you enjoy!
Your apple bread looks incredible! I’m sure it’s extra moist (and healthy!) with the Greek yogurt and applesauce. Your idea of using applesauce in the glaze is brilliant! I’m so making this bread very soon! Pinning it now:)
Blessings,
Leslie
Hi. I am going to make this today and was wondering if I shoukd use sweetened or unsweetened applesauce. Thanks!
Hi Lisa, go ahead and use sweetened if you have it. Hope you enjoy!
Looks delicious! Would two non stick 9.25″ x 5.25″ pans work instead of two glass pans? Thank you!
Yes those should be fine. Enjoy!
This looks so yummy! Thanks for sharing! I am so into apples right now it’s crazy! This looks mouthwatering! I am going to feature this on my blog tomorrow 🙂
Thanks so much Alyssa!
Can’t wait to make this bread this week. Thoughts on putting some small chunks of apples in this bread? Also, I only have one bread pan! Could this be done in my big pan, or do I need to go out and buy another one?
Love the idea of putting small chunks of apples in the bread. If you just use one pan, make sure you only fill it 2/3 full, and then maybe just do the rest of the batter in a muffin tin? They shouldn’t need to bake as long though, use a toothpick to test for doneness with the muffins and the bread. Let me know how it goes!
This bread is delicious! I’ve been thinking of making a quick bread without bananas or squash for a little while now, so this just perfectly fits the ticket! I halved the recipe, because I only have one loaf pan, and I also replaced the greek yoghurt with just more applesauce (lactose intolerant, I just never keep yoghurt around). It came out perfectly! Just sweet and moist, mmmm (=
Yay! So glad you could make substitutions that worked for you. Thanks for sharing!
Was looking for yogurt substitution since I have a dairy allergy. Thanks.
I know this is an older post, and I’m about to make this after I’m done typing. But we’re a lactose free family. They now have lactose free yogurts you can use!! May have to look in your local health food stores, but I do know they have them at giant food stores (Pennsylvania area) and here in the south (Florida) at Publix… whole foods and I do believe trader Joe’s also carries some.
Thank you for your help, Cassandra.
I tried it and it got rave reviews! I could not figure out the glaze however… I put it on warm bread, heated it up and added more powdered sugar and it remained applesauce… Any thoughts?
That’s strange. It shouldn’t need to be heated up, but I’m guessing your applesauce was just a little thinner than mine and needed more powdered sugar. Glad everyone liked the bread!
OH my goodness, I just made this recipe using Cup 4 Cup gluten free flour and WOW!! It’s incredible! I had my eye on this recipe for a while now and was so excited to try it. My daughter hates chunks in her baked goods, so it was great to find an applesauce apple cake (she won’t even eat applesauce! but I knew it would blend in when baked). Thanks so much!
-Dana
So good to know! I’m so happy it worked out with the gluten free flour for you.
What would work in place of yogurt? We are allergic!
Sorry Karen, I’m not really sure of a nondairy substitution for the yogurt. I think it would be dry if you left it out, so you would need to increase the amount of oil, but I’m just not sure how much without trying it myself.
If we’re simply lactose intolerant, could I use lactose free sour cream instead of yogurt? I’ve yet to find a lactose free greek yogurt.
Sure
Another lady said she just doubled the applesauce and it turned out great.
A commenter above said they replaced the yogurt with more applesauce and it turned out fine!
Oh, my Julie! I’ve had this on my Pinterest board for awhile and thought Christmas would be the perfect time to try it. It is absolute divine! So moist and not too over-the-top sweet. Thank you so much for posting!
I’m so glad you like this bread. Always nice when you get the chance to make the things you pin right? Merry Christmas to you!
I have two loaves baking in the oven now, (the house smells so yummy) and will be taking them to my mom’s house for Christmas brunch tomorrow. I’m sure she will approve! Thanks for this recipe, and Merry Christmas
Hope you all enjoyed and had a wonderful Christmas!
I’ve made this twice already! It’s probably my favorite bread recipe there is. Kudos to you! x
Yay that’s awesome. I’m so glad it worked out for you!
made this today and even though it turned out it is rather thin for a quick bread. Next time I will bake it in a 8×4 inch pan. Thanks for the recipe
Thanks for letting me know Ellen.
Just found your recipe online and gave it a whirl, my first time baking anything from scratch (and I’m man enough to say it was fun!), I added chopped granny smith apples and raisins to the mix and it looks great! Just waiting for it to cool before tasting it. I’ve decided that even if I somehow messed it up it still makes my house smell awesome so either way it was time well spent. Thanks for sharing.
Good for you for jumping in and I’m glad you enjoyed the process. Hope you love it!
It came out great, thanks. Only problem was that the bread developed a giant crack on top of it so it didn’t look as photogenic as yours. Any idea why it would crack like that? As an ultra-novice maybe I can not do whatever I did that caused the problem. Ciao.
Actually a crack on the top of quick breads is a good thing. I’m not sure why mine didn’t, but I always know it’s going to be good if it rises enough to make a crack on top. Enjoy!
Very tasty bread, thank you. I used sour cream instead of yogurt as that is what I had on hand, and it came out very well. Next time around I’m going to swap out half of the flour for white whole wheat.
Your loaves seem short, and I usually bake mini loaves, so I started with 4 this time and they cooked well. I may try for 3 the next time, so that they will be a bit taller.
But all in all, a very good addition to my quick bread recipe collection.
Thank you.
Very glad to hear that you enjoyed this recipe Lisa. Three mini loaves sound like a good idea.
Just made them and loved them- Thanks for all of your lovely recipes
I’m so glad Jolie!
This looks amazing!! And healthy! Any idea the calories/nutritional values?
this bread is very moist, but i thought it was just okay. it is definitely a bit too sweet for me, so next time i will use unsweetened applesauce and add in some chopped apple to make it more chunky!
This is absolutely delicious!! I’ve already made it three times in the past month. I did substitute whole wheat flour and it is just as amazing!
I’m going to try it with whole wheat flour soon. So glad you like it!
Is there any way to cut the sugar in the recipe?
If you are trying to make a bread that is not as sweet, you can just cut the sugar by half. If you are trying to use less refined sugar but still want sweet bread, you could try subbing some of the sugar for honey or maple syrup. I haven’t really tried to cut the sugar, so these are just ideas. Let me know if you play around with the recipe, and how it goes!
I truly love this recipe. Can I replace the oats with oat flour, and if so how much oat flour would I use? Thanks so much.
Denise, I would try subbing 1/2 cup oat flour for the 1 cup oats and see how it goes. I find that if I use too much oat flour in a recipe can make the bread heavy and dry. Let me know how it goes if you try it!