Potato Apple Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour 1 cup (120g) whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) mashed potatoes 1 cup (240ml) mashed potatoes
• 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened applesauce 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup (120g) grated apple 1 cup (120g) grated apple
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional) 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 11g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 41g, 20g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.4g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. 4.
   Add the mashed potatoes, applesauce, grated apple, and chopped walnuts (if using) to the wet ingredients and mix well.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. 6.
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. 7.
   Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mashed potatoes — Ensure that the mashed potatoes are smooth and free of lumps for a better texture in the bread.
• Grated apple — Use a firm and crisp apple variety such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best results.
• Walnuts — If you prefer a nutty crunch in your bread, add chopped walnuts to the batter. However, feel free to omit them if you have a nut allergy or prefer a nut-free version.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon and sugar on top of the bread before baking.
• If you don't have whole wheat flour, you can use all-purpose flour for the entire recipe.
• To make the bread even more moist, you can substitute half of the vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce.
• Experiment with different apple varieties to find your favorite flavor combination.
• Toast slices of Potato Apple Bread and spread them with cream cheese for a delicious breakfast or snack.

Serving advice

Serve slices of Potato Apple Bread warm or at room temperature. It pairs well with a pat of butter or cream cheese. Enjoy it as a standalone treat or use it as a base for sandwiches.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the top of the bread with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk. Garnish with thin apple slices or a sprinkle of cinnamon.