Recipe: Mini Apple Loaves with Streusel Topping (using applesauce)

MINI APPLE LOAVES

"A streusel topping gives an added touch of sweetness to these miniature loaves. They are an ideal size for singles or smaller families."

FOR THE BREAD:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup margarine or butter, softened
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chunky apple sauce
1 teaspoon vanilla

FOR THE TOPPING:
2 tablespoons margarine or butter
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease bottoms only of 3 (6x3 1/2-inch) loaf pans.

In large bowl, beat sugar and margarine until light and fluffy. Add eggs; beat well; set aside.

Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir in flour mixture, apple sauce and vanilla just until combined. Spread batter in prepared pans.

In small bowl, combine all topping ingredients. Sprinkle over batter.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 35 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Makes 3 mini-loaves
Source: Motts Applesauce