Easy Fat-Free and Low-Sugar Tea Loaf
Moist. Naturally sweetened. Guilt-free.
Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a light dessert.
🕒 Time Breakdown:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
- Cooling Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
- Yields: 8 slices
🧾 Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour for a lighter texture)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional for warm flavor)
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce (natural moisture without fat)
- ½ cup stevia or other low-calorie sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
👩🍳 Instructions:
🔹 1. Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
🔹 2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
- Whole wheat flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Cinnamon (if using)
- Salt
🔹 3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk until smooth:
- Applesauce
- Stevia (or your preferred sweetener)
- Egg
- Almond milk
- Vanilla extract
🔹 4. Combine and Fold
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix!
📝 If using raisins/dried fruit and/or nuts, fold them in now.
🔹 5. Bake
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
🔹 6. Cool & Serve
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice into 8 pieces and enjoy!
🧠 Q&A – Tips & Common Questions
❓ Can I use a different sweetener?
Yes! You can substitute stevia with:
- Erythritol
- Monk fruit sweetener
- Coconut sugar (adds slight richness but higher in calories)
❓ Can I make this loaf vegan?
Yes! Replace the egg with:
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water (let sit 5 mins), or
- ¼ cup mashed ripe banana
❓ What can I use instead of applesauce?
Try one of these fat-free substitutes:
- Mashed banana
- Pureed pumpkin
- Greek yogurt (not fat-free but very creamy)
❓ How do I make it extra moist?
- Add ¼ cup grated apple or zucchini
- Don’t overbake—check at 40 minutes!
❓ Can I freeze it?
Yes! Slice the cooled loaf, wrap individual slices in plastic or foil, and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.
To serve: thaw overnight or microwave for 20–30 seconds.
❓ What should I serve it with?
- Hot tea or herbal infusions ☕
- A spoonful of unsweetened yogurt
- Fresh fruit (like berries or apple slices)
🔁 Variations:
- Add orange or lemon zest for citrusy flavor
- Swap dried cranberries for chopped dates or apricots
- Top with a light dusting of cinnamon and stevia after baking
🍰 Final Thoughts:
This fat-free, low-sugar tea loaf is:
- Super easy to make
- Customizable to your diet and taste
- Great for meal prep, light snacking, or guilt-free dessert
Would you like a printable version or want me to create a banana version next?