Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
• In a separate bowl, combine sugar, oil, and egg. Beat until well combined.
• Add applesauce to the wet ingredients and mix well.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Stir in chopped walnuts, if using.
• Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.