20 Quick Bread Recipes That Couldn't Be Easier (Or More Delicious!)
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Turn any day into a special occasion with our best quick bread recipes, including banana bread, zucchini bread, pumpkin bread, cornbread, soda bread, gingerbread, and more.
Who can resist freshly baked banana bread, especially if it’s streaked with chocolate? Not us, that’s for sure. Don't miss our other recipes for banana baked goods in Banana Bread and Beyond.
Your guests will love this moist, cinnamon- and nutmeg-scented pumpkin loaf whether they’re gluten-averse or not. It’s just one of our phenomenal Pumpkin Bread Recipes.
For the uninitiated, fry bread is a traditional American Indian quick bread that’s equally delectable sweet or savory. Serve it with butter, jam, honey, and a sprinkling of snowy powdered sugar or pair it with your favorite stew or braised beef dish.
Seeking a surefire crowd-pleaser? Look no further than this savory bread loaded with tender zucchini and freshly grated Parmesan. Serve it solo or spread with creamy ricotta cheese for an extra touch of decadence. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, try our Zucchini Spice Bread or Zucchini Nut Bread.
It’s a good thing this recipe makes mini individual cakes because no one will want to share! Packed with juicy blueberries, these lemony little loaves make a lovely hostess gift.
Swaths of tangy cream cheese frosting make this quick and easy bread downright irresistible. Bonus: you can sneak two whole carrots in the batter! If you don’t have time to grate the veg, try our Ginger-Carrot Bread that relies on carrot juice and calls for just 10 minutes of prep.
Delight one and all with the sweet, nutty flavor of dates and pecans in this whole-wheat no-knead bread. Neufchatel cheese offers a nice tangy counterpoint. Looking for something more firmly in the dessert category? Whip up our walnut-studded Date Cake with Orange-Blossom Syrup.
You know it’s the holiday season when you break out the cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and candied ginger. Put the spices together to make some unforgettable gingerbread.
Don’t relegate this oh-so-simple quick bread to St. Patrick’s Day! It’s seriously delicious any time of year. We love slathering a slice with butter and jam for breakfast.
Grapes probably aren’t the first fruit you think of for a cake topping, but they make this almond loaf a real showstopper. It’ll go in a flash at your next brunch or tea party.
Two types of flour -- whole wheat and spelt -- plus four kinds of seeds -- sunflower, black sesame, caraway, and flax -- give this loaf tons of flavor and texture.
We adore the combination of almond paste and poppy seeds in this elegant make-ahead bread. Serve it with fresh fruit for breakfast or team it with whipped cream or ice cream for dessert.
This loaf gets a triple dose of apple flavor from cider, brandy, and cubed McIntoshes. Top with an oatmeal-walnut crumble and drizzle with caramel sauce to take it to the next level.
Scattered with jewel-like fresh cranberries, this versatile bread makes a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack. Ready for more? Try our Cranberry Tea Bread studded with crystallized ginger. Or go for more texture with our Cranberry-Cornmeal Quick Bread.
This rosemary-flecked cornbread has buttermilk and olive oil to thanks for its super moist texture. Serve with cheese, olives, and white wine for the perfect party appetizer pairing, then give our other Cornbread and Muffins a whirl in the kitchen.
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