Spiced Cinnamon Apple Friendship Bread
A warm, spiced loaf made with probiotic yogurt, whole flaxseed meal, and homemade apple butter. Naturally rich in fiber and health-supporting fats, it provides a comforting slice without added refined sugar.
Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
80 min
Makes
12 servings
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Made by Bambi + Lila
Bambi created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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A steadier pause
Trade food decisions for a clear plan
A straightforward recipe and a satisfying meal can make one part of a busy day feel settled, even when the rest is noisy.
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Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
80 min
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Equipment
Oven · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftover slices in the refrigerator to keep the top texture soft and the interior moist.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan light with extra virgin olive oil.
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Whisk together 3 eggs
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 5.3 oz (150g) Siggi's vanilla yogurt, 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup homemade cinnamon apple butter, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until completely blended and smooth.
Look for: completely blended and smooth
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Stir in 1 cup sourdough starter until…
Stir in 1 cup sourdough starter until fully incorporated into the wet mixture.
Look for: fully incorporated into the wet mixture
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Combine 1 1/2 cups flour
In a separate medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup flaxseed meal, 2 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp pumpkin spice, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt.
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Gently fold the dry ingredients into the…
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula just until no dry pockets of flour remain; do not overmix.
Look for: no dry pockets of flour remain
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf…
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Sprinkle 1/4 cup rolled oats evenly over…
Sprinkle 1/4 cup rolled oats evenly over the top of the batter as a topping.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Place in the oven and bake for…
Place in the oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Look for: a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
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Cool in the pan for 10 minutes
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into 12 equal pieces.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Slice and serve 1 piece per portion
Slice and serve 1 piece per portion. Store remaining slices in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
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