Every Which Way Quick Bread
Cook Time: 40 minutes | Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Yield: 4 loaves
Description:
This incredibly versatile quick bread recipe opens the door to a myriad of possibilities. With just one base recipe, you can craft a variety of delightful bread variations, ranging from sweet breakfast loaves to savory delights. Whether you’re seeking a quick snack, a flavorful addition to a potluck, or a kid-friendly treat, this recipe offers endless potential. While I haven’t personally tested every variation yet, I’m excited to share this recipe based on an ISO (in search of) request.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Grains, Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1070.1
- Fat Content: 47.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8g
- Cholesterol Content: 105.8mg
- Sodium Content: 959.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 153.3g
- Fiber Content: 11.3g
- Sugar Content: 78.7g
- Protein Content: 18.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 eggs
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned pumpkin
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2/3 cup raisins
- 1/3 cup applesauce
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 banana, mashed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup cranberries
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325ºF.
- Gather the ingredients for the Quick Bread Base and one of the variations.
- Coat 4 small loaf pans with vegetable cooking spray.
- Combine dry ingredients (flour, salt, sugar, baking soda); blend well and set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients (eggs, canned pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, raisins, applesauce, molasses, cinnamon, mashed banana); blend well.
- Mix together wet and dry ingredients. Be careful not to over mix.
- Distribute batter among the 4 pans.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
This recipe offers a delightful canvas for creativity in the kitchen. From adding nuts for extra crunch to incorporating different fruits or even experimenting with chocolate chips, the possibilities are endless. The base recipe provides a sturdy foundation, while the variations allow you to tailor the bread to your preferences and ingredient availability.
Whether you’re enjoying a slice for breakfast, packing it in a lunchbox, or sharing it with friends at a potluck, this Every Which Way Quick Bread is sure to be a hit. So go ahead, unleash your culinary imagination and embark on a delicious baking adventure!
