Cooperative Extension: Food & Health

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Clean the kitchen area and wash hands with soap and water.
• Rinse apple under cold running water.
• Chop apple into ¼-inch pieces. The peel can be kept on or peeled off based on preference.
• Crack and beat the eggs.
• Clean the kitchen area and wash hands with soap and water after handling raw eggs.
• In a small bowl, stir together white sugar, applesauce, oil, and eggs until well combined.
• In a large bowl, stir together flours, baking powder, and cinnamon.
• Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients. Stir together just until combined.
• Gently stir in diced apple.

Topping

• In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle over the top of the batter.

Baking

• To make a loaf: Pour batter into a greased 9 x 5″ inch loaf pan and bake for about 40 minutes. The loaf is done when a toothpick or butter knife is inserted and comes out clean. If it is not done, continue baking in 2 to 3 minute increments.
• To make muffins: Grease or line a muffin tin and fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with batter. For regular-sized muffins, bake for about 20 minutes. For mini muffins, bake for about 12 minutes. The muffins are done when a toothpick or butter knife is inserted and comes out clean. If they are not done, continue baking in 2 to 3 minute increments.

Storage

• Store leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container and use within 4 days.
• If there isn't a plan to consume immediately, freeze in a freezer-grade container or bag and use within 3 to 4 months for best quality.