Ingredients

• Ingredients Units USM Scale 1x2x3x 2 cups light spelt flour (all-purpose and whole wheat flour ok too) 1/2 cup old fashioned oats, optional 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg pinch of salt 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 teaspoon vanilla, optional

Preparation

• Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan with oil, or line with parchment paper. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium/large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and salt. Add wet ingredients: Add the applesauce, maple syrup, and milk to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful to not overmix. Bake: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, optionally top with a small handful of whole or quick oats, place pan in the oven and bake for 55 minutes. Let cool before slicing. Makes 8 – 10 slices Store: Keep leftovers covered for 4 days. To keep longer, store in the refrigerator for 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 2 months.