Apple Bread

Healthy Kidney Meals by Renalogic 

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving health and well-being for those diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or those at high risk, we’re excited to share this recipe that is delicious and kidney friendly. 

We’re featuring Apple Bread, which is a vegan recipe, and low in potassium and sugar. This recipe is designed to suit individuals at any CKD stage. Let’s dive in and discover how you can prepare this tasty and nutritious dish at home. 

Apple Bread 

Total Time: 75 minutes 

Great for people with the following conditions: 

• Chronic Kidney Disease Stages: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 

Needed Ingredients: 

• 1 medium apple with peel, grated (1 ¼ cups unpacked) 

• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 

• 3 tablespoons sugar 

• ⅓ cup vegetable oil 

• 1 teaspoon baking soda 

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

• ⅛ teaspoon salt 

• 1 cup whole wheat flour 

• 1 cup ground oats 

Preparation Instructions: 

Preparation Time: 15 minutes 

Cooking Time: 60 minutes. 

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. 

1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients. 

1. Spray an 8.5” x 4.5” rectangular pan with non-stick spray. 

1. Add the mixture to the pan. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean. 

1. Remove the apple bread from the oven and let it cool.  

1. Cut into 10-12 slices. 

1. Store in the refrigerator. 

Substitutes: 

• Gala apple was used for this recipe. However, you can use other sweet apple varieties like Honeycrisp and Fuji. 

• You can substitute sugar with sugar substitute to avoid added sugars. 

• You can add walnuts to add a crunchy texture. The nutritional value will change. 

• If you’re gluten intolerant, swap whole wheat flour for gluten-free flour. The nutritional value will change. 

Nutritional information: 

• 154 calories 

• 22 g carbohydrates 

• 3 g fiber 

• 3 g added sugar 

• 3 g protein 

• 7 g total fat 

• 0.8 g saturated fat 

• 132 mg sodium 

• 104 mg potassium 

• 13 mg calcium 

• 80 mg phosphorus 

We hope you enjoyed this edition of Healthy Kidney Meals by Renalogic. This breakfast, snack or dessert is flavorful but also tailored to support your dietary needs.  

Remember, managing CKD doesn’t mean you have to compromise on taste. With this recipe, you can enjoy a satisfying snack while also taking care of your kidney health. Stay tuned for more kidney-friendly recipes in upcoming blog posts. As always, we’re here to support you every step of the way on your journey to better health.