Cajun Spice Bread (Bread Machine)

Load it up, press the button, walk away.

This Cajun spice bread is a bread machine recipe that delivers a warm, slightly sweet loaf with a peppery kick from Cajun seasoning. Tomato paste gives the crumb a subtle reddish tint and savory backbone, while a tablespoon of applesauce adds moisture and a gentle sweetness you can’t quite place but keeps you reaching for another slice.

Brown sugar rounds it all out, balancing the heat with a touch of molasses flavor.

It’s a fantastic sandwich bread for po’ boys, pulled pork, or anything else that benefits from a little Louisiana personality.

Chef Tips

• Add ingredients in the order your bread machine manual recommends (usually liquids first, then dry, yeast on top).
• Let the finished loaf rest for 20 minutes before slicing. This lets the crumb set so you get clean slices instead of a gummy tear.
• Adjust the Cajun seasoning up or down depending on your heat preference. Start with a tablespoon and go from there next time.
• This makes a 1-pound loaf. If your machine has a 1.5 or 2-pound setting, scale the recipe accordingly.