So, I’ve been trying to cut back on sugar lately, you know, for health reasons and all that jazz. But I still want my baked goods to taste good, right? That’s when I stumbled upon this little trick: using applesauce instead of sugar in recipes. It sounded kinda weird at first, but trust me, it works wonders!
I started my experiment with a simple banana bread recipe. Normally, I’d dump in a whole cup of sugar, but this time, I replaced it with the same amount of unsweetened applesauce. I just scooped it out of the jar and threw it in with the wet ingredients. Easy peasy.
- First, I mashed up some ripe bananas. I think I used three.
- Then, I grabbed a big bowl and mixed the applesauce with the other wet ingredients, like eggs and a little bit of oil.
- In a separate bowl, I whisked together all the dry stuff – flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Slowly, I added the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, making sure not to overmix it.
- Finally, I poured the batter into a greased loaf pan and popped it in the oven.
Here’s what I did:
I had to bake it a bit longer than usual, since applesauce adds more moisture. I think I added about 5-10 extra minutes to the baking time. Just kept an eye on it and poked it with a toothpick until it came out clean.

And you know what? It turned out great! The banana bread was moist, fluffy, and had just the right amount of sweetness. It wasn’t as sweet as the regular sugary version, but it was definitely sweet enough to satisfy my cravings. Plus, I felt good knowing I was eating something a little healthier.
Since then, I’ve tried this applesauce swap in other recipes too, like muffins and cookies. It works pretty well in most cases, although sometimes you might need to adjust the amount of liquid in the recipe to get the right consistency. But hey, that’s part of the fun of experimenting in the kitchen, right?
So, if you’re looking for a way to reduce sugar in your baking without sacrificing flavor, give this applesauce trick a try. It’s a simple swap that can make a big difference. You might be surprised at how delicious and satisfying your healthier treats can be!
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