Spicy Applesauce Bread

I don't remember where this recipe came from. In searching similar recipes online, I find that they all have a whole lot more spices added, so I'm sure you could at least double the spices, and maybe even add some ground ginger, some ground cloves, and a splash of vanilla. 

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1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/4 cups applesauce
3 tbsp milk
2 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp allspice
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt

Topping

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/2 tsp cinnamon

3/4 cup chopped nuts, divided (optional) May substitute raisins. 

Directions

1. In a large bowl beat together the oil and sugar. Stir in the eggs, applesauce, and milk.

2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and salt. Stir into the applesauce mixture, blending well. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped nuts. If using raisins, add the entire amount. 

3. Pour into a greased loaf pan.

4. Combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and remaining 1/4 cup nuts and sprinkle over the batter in the pan.

5. Bake 350 degrees for 1 hour, or til done. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then remove loaf from pan and thoroughly on a wire rack. When cooled, wrap with plastic wrap.