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68 Easy Quick Bread Recipes You Should Bake Today
Updated on Sep. 23, 2024
Lemon Blueberry Bread
Of all the quick breads we had growing up, this beautiful lemon blueberry bread is the best! The citrus glaze adds a lustrous finish and locks in moisture. —Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota
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Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Skip the line and bake Starbucks pumpkin bread in your own kitchen. This copycat recipe may be even better than the original! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 202 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Zucchini Pineapple Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Meals are even more memorable when I compliment them with this light zucchini bread with pineapple. The zucchini makes it so moist and tender…and the pineapple lends a delicate tropical twist to every delicious slice. —Shirley Boulet, Whitefield, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 202 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Lemon Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I often bake this sunshiny-sweet lemon bread when company’s due. It has a loaf-like texture. —Kathy Scott, Lingle, Wyoming
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 228 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Spiced Apple Muffin Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Instead of sprinkling with cinnamon sugar before baking, you could also add your favorite streusel topping to make this bread more like coffee cake. I like to serve it warm with applesauce. — Donna Goutermont, Sequim, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 181 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Parmesan-Sage Beer Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m asked to bring this savory loaf to nearly every function I attend. It’s great as a side dish, but if you’re in the mood for an extraordinary sandwich, start with two slices of beer bread. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 177 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 469mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pumpkin Bread
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
I keep my freezer stocked for our harvest crew with home-baked goodies like this deliciously spicy, easy pumpkin bread recipe. —Joyce Jackson, Bridgetown, Nova Scotia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 221 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Lighter and fluffier than most zucchini breads, this is a great way to put that vegetable to good use! —Kevin Bruckerhoff, Columbia, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 229 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Buttery Cornbread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me this cornbread recipe several years ago, and it’s my favorite of all I’ve tried. I love to serve the melt-in-your mouth cornbread hot from the oven with butter and syrup. It gets rave reviews on holidays and at potluck dinners. —Nicole Callen, Auburn, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 262 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cinnamon Roll Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always busy with three active sons, so this rich quick bread is a favorite. I like to wrap these loaves to give as gifts. —Sharon Walker, Huntington Station, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 212 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 267mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Herb Quick Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple bread is especially good with soups and stews, but slices are also tasty alongside fresh green salads. The herbs make it a flavorful treat any time of the year. —Donna Roberts, Manhattan, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 147 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Cranberry Pumpkin Bread
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Put leftover cranberries and pumpkin to great use in this moist quick bread. It’s very good with my “secondhand turkey” casserole for an after-Thanksgiving meal. —Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 197 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I shred and freeze zucchini from my garden each summer so that I can make this bread all winter long. My family loves this chocolaty treat. —Shari McKinney, Birney, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 212 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Banana Bread
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I pass a display of bananas in the grocery store, I can almost smell the wonderful aroma of this banana bread. It really is amazingly good! —Gert Kaiser, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 257 calories, 13g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 171mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Classic Irish Soda Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 loaf (8 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This traditional Irish soda bread can be made with an assortment of mix-ins such as dried fruit and nuts, but I like it with a handful of raisins. —Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 210 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 463mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Carrot Honey Loaf
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 slices)
From the Recipe Creator:
As a busy health-care professional and mom, one of the most meaningful gifts I give to the people I love is my time and skills in the kitchen. I have been baking since I was 7 years old and while I still am an avid baker, raising three children, caring for three dogs and working full-time leaves me with little energy! My family appreciates all my efforts and this is a favorite extra “gift” I give people for special events like a housewarming or welcoming a new baby. It is especially good toasted with butter. —Krystal Horudko, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 212 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 173mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Grandma’s Onion Squares
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandma brought this recipe with her when she emigrated from Italy as a young wife and mother. It is still a family favorite. —Janet Eddy, Stockton, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 256 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Peach Cobbler Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I developed this recipe to take advantage of our wonderful Georgia peaches. My husband, Andy, says it tastes just like peach cobbler.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 182 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 206mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Chocolate Chai Mini Loaves
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
3 mini loaves (6 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This bread is irresistible! A friend gets mad whenever I make it because I give her a loaf, and she can't help but eat the whole thing! —Lisa Christensen, Poplar Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 208 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 206mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Lemony Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Flecks of zucchini give a third dimension to the popular lemon and poppy seed combination in this moist quick bread. My family loves this lemon zucchini bread at all times of the year.—Carol Funk, Richard, Saskatchewan.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 187 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 195mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Homemade Breadsticks
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Present these delicious breadsticks alongside an Italian favorite like lasagna or spaghetti. They're an attractive and edible addition to the table setting! —Carol Wolfer, Lebanon, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 breadstick: 69 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
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Gluten- and Dairy-Free Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After learning of gluten and dairy sensitivities in our family, I knew I had to re-create our favorite sweet bread. This gluten-free bread can be made using a premixed gluten-free flour or your own homemade blend. We use coconut milk to make it dairy-free, but any type of milk works! —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 295 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cran-Almond Loaf
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 slices)
From the Recipe Creator:
My delicious quick bread is comforting in the afternoon with a cup of tea, served toasted in the morning for breakfast, or as a midnight snack. Morning, afternoon or evening, this is always a treat! —Mary West, Marstons Mills, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 193 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Favorite Irish Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Serve this classic from the Emerald Isle with butter, jam and a hot cup of tea. Baking this beauty in a 9-in. pan means there is enough to go around. —Sadie Rotondo, Rockland, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 245 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Double Cranberry Banana Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
We love quick breads, and I've found that they freeze nicely if properly wrapped. This is a scrumptious recipe to make before the holidays and freeze for last-minute guests or gifts. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 289 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 229mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Olive & Onion Quick Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve been baking for over 50 years and I never get tired of trying new recipes for my family, friends and co-workers. Baking actually relaxes me. I feel like an artist creating a masterpiece of love. This savory loaf makes a great gift. —Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, PA
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 150 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 373mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Honey Spice Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
The texture of this bread is almost like a cake, so I usually serve slices of it for dessert. The loaf looks so festive with the pretty glaze drizzled on top. —Gaye O'Dell, Binghamton, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 187 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Ice Cream Bread
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 loaf (6 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Ice cream gets a whole new use in this tender bread recipe that I pared down to serve two. Be sure to use full-fat ice cream for best results. —Katherine Kuehlman, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 115 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 217mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Cast-Iron Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love this cast-iron banana bread because it cooks evenly every time. The end result is so moist and delicious! —Ashley Hudd, Holton, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 330 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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Crunchy Breadsticks
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 breadsticks
From the Recipe Creator:
These thin, crisp breadsticks created in our Test Kitchen add a bit of elegance to a holiday dinner. Each bite is perfectly seasoned with thyme and coarse salt.
Nutrition Facts:
1 breadstick: 78 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 156mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Chocolate Quick Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I both enjoy cooking, but the baking is left to me. Our sons loved this chocolaty quick bread when they were little—and still do as grownups! —Melissa Mitchell-Wilson, Wichita, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 214 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 192mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Swiss Beer Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is a favorite of my family because it isn't greasy like most of the other cheese breads I have tried. It will not last long! —Debi Wallace, Chestertown, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 182 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 453mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Cheesy Garlic Herb Quick Bread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 slices)
From the Recipe Creator:
This could be the perfect bread for any dish. The sharp cheddar cheese makes it irresistible.—Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 233 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 175mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Bacon Parmesan Popovers
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 popovers
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe proves that simple ingredients often result in the best-tasting dishes. These popovers are a nice change from ordinary toast or muffins. —Donna Gaston, Coplay, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 popover: 167 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 248mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Orange-Chip Cranberry Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves
From the Recipe Creator:
Tart berries, crunchy nuts and sweet chocolate are simply scrumptious when mixed together in this easy quick bread. Sometimes I'll top it off with an orange-flavored glaze. —Donna Smith, Fairport, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 220 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Socca
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Socca is a traditional flatbread from Nice, France. It's a common street food, cooked on a grill and served in a paper cone, usually chopped and sprinkled with salt, pepper or other delicious toppings. Bonus: It's gluten free. — Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 113 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Dutch Apple Loaf
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Being of Dutch descent, I knew I had to try this recipe for a moist, fruity quick bread. It freezes well, so I often have a loaf on hand for church bazaars. —Gladys Meyer, Ottumwa, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 243 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 252mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Almond & Cranberry Coconut Bread
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s an all-around great bread for any season. The red bursts of cranberry lend every slice extra appeal for Christmastime. —Rosemary Johnson, Irondale, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 273 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 176mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cinnamon Quick Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While cinnamon swirl bread is a natural for breakfast, we love it so much we enjoy it all day long. This is a nice twist on traditional cinnamon swirl yeast breads. —Helen Richardson, Shelbyville, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 179 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 173mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pear Bread Recipe
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
When our tree branches are loaded with ripe and juicy fruit, I treat my family and friends to lots of easy pear recipes. I always receive raves and requests for this particular pear bread recipe because of the mix of fun ingredients.—Linda Patrick, Houston, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 168 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Eggnog Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
3 loaves (6 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
The seasonal flavors of eggnog, rum extract and nutmeg shine through in these moist, golden loaves. Tender slices are just right with a cup of coffee. —Beverly Elmore, Spokane, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 158 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Parmesan Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This loaf has a rugged, textured look that adds to its old-fashioned appeal. The mild Parmesan flavor nicely complements the zucchini, which adds bits of green color to every tender slice. —Christine Wilson, Sellersville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 156 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 288mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Chocolate Chip Bread
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family hops out of bed on Valentine’s Day because they know I’m baking this quick bread for breakfast. They’re major chocoholics, and the easy bread always hits the spot. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 306 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 305mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pumpkin Banana Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
5 mini loaves (6 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I came across these loaves in a local newspaper about 10 years ago, and I still make this pumpkin banana bread recipe on a regular basis. It conveniently yields a number of mini loaves, making gift-giving easy. —Linda Wood, Roanoke, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 122 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Pistachio Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love making many of these special loaves to give away for the holidays. They also freeze well, so it is easy to pull out for unexpected guests. —Judy Fischer, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 169 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Poppy Seed Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My neighbor gave me this recipe, and I love that it makes two loaves. We usually eat one and then give the other away or freeze it for later. The glaze complements the bread perfectly. —Heather Frese, Albany, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 190 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Almond Quick Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
You can customize this bread to your family's specific tastes. Try dried apricots and pecans, or dried blueberries and hazelnuts. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 258 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 234mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pina Colada Zucchini Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
3 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
At my husband's urging, I entered this recipe at the Pennsylvania Farm Show—and won first place! You'll love the cakelike texture and tropical flavors. —Sharon Rydbom, Tipton, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 225 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cinnamon Raisin Quick Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Cinnamon and raisins bring heartwarming flavor to this mildly sweet bread. It's ideal for an on-the-go breakfast or a quick snack before dinner. —Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 204 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 231mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Apple Banana Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
My children love to bake (and eat) all kinds of banana bread. They make this all by themselves, with just a little help from me to put it in the oven. —Kristin Metcalf, Charlton, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 184 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 232mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Skillet Herb Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We had a lot of family get-togethers while I was growing up. My grandmother, aunts and mom were all good cooks, and each had her own specialty when it came to bread. Mom's was my favorite—she created this recipe more than 40 years ago. The flavors call to mind the taste of cornbread stuffing! —Shirley Smith, Yorba Linda, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 275 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 598mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Almond Tea Bread
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My aunt brought her tea bread recipe with her from Scotland, and enjoying a fresh-baked loaf has become a family tradition during the holidays. Each slice is loaded with red cherries. —Kathleen Showers, Briggsdale, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 130 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 111mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Autumn Pear Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 mini loaves (8 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Pears give these little loaves delicious flavor and help keep them nice and moist. They make lovely gifts to share, too. —Mary Lynn Wilson, Linden, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 173 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 208mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cowboy Cornbread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cornbread is richer and sweeter than others I’ve tried. It's especially delicious alongside ham and beans. —Karen Ann Bland, Gove, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 345 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Favorite Irish Soda Bread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
1 loaf (12 wedges)
From the Recipe Creator:
My best friend, Rita, shared this irresistible Irish soda bread recipe. It bakes up high, with a golden brown top and a combination of sweet and savory flavors. —Jan Alfano, Prescott, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 227 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Apple Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this apple quick bread recipe a long time ago and with a few changes it's become one of our favorites. Everyone who's ever tasted this apple bread has asked for the recipe! —Phyllis Herlocker, Farlington, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 253 calories, 13g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 124mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Rhubarb Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is quite a good bread - our family really enjoys it! It's also very quick and easy to prepare, once you have the rhubarb diced. —Grace Capen, Sacramento, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 129 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
You’ve probably heard of mug cakes, so you get the idea. There’s no need for kneading with this banana bread in a mug recipe, try it out today!
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Macadamia Nut Mini Loaves
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
5 loaves
From the Recipe Creator:
While these loaves may be small, they have a big rich flavor. The macadamia nuts make them a special treat with tropical flair. Plus, they're so pretty with the toasted coconut topping. —Kim Gilliland, Simi Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 162 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Chocolate Chip Cranberry Bread
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This cranberry bread is tender and moist. The first time I made it, it immediately became a favorite for the fall and winter holidays. The tart cranberries complement the sweet chocolate so well.—Jessica Hornaday, Nampa, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 253 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Sweet Italian Holiday Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (20 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is authentic ciambellotto, a sweet loaf my great-grandmother used to bake in Italy. I still use her traditional recipe—the only update I made was for using modern appliances. —Denise Perrin, Vancouver, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 197 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 87mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Sweet Potato Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves quick breads. This one is moist and spicy. If you don't have mini loaf pans, it works just as well in regular size pans. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 228 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Spicy Applesauce Fruit Bread
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 loaves (12 slices each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I've had this fruity loaf in my recipe collection since 1975. I tweak it with spices and candied fruit, depending on the season. —Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 126 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Appalachian Cornbread
Total Time
35 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
On this westernmost ridge of the Appalachians, we get abundant rain and sunshine, which allows our children to grow a super sweet corn crop. With staggered plantings, there is enough to eat from mid-July through August, plus plenty to freeze for the long winter. This cornbread is just one way we use some of the bounty! —Anne Wiehler, Farmington, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 229 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Lemon-Thyme Tea Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (16 slices)
From the Recipe Creator:
I received this recipe as part of a gift, along with a lemon thyme plant and a fresh loaf of this pound cake-like bread. Everyone who tries it asks for the recipe. —Jeannette Mango, Parkesburg, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 187 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Jalapeno Cornbread
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you’re from the South, you have to have a good cornbread recipe. Here’s a lightened-up version of my mom’s traditional cornbread that tastes just as delicious. —Debi Mitchell, Flower Mound, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 180 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 261mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Caraway Cheese Bread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoy cheese in a variety of ways. In this savory bread, cheddar cheese blends beautifully with just the right amount of caraway.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 199 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Bread
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This orange cranberry bread is packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted with butter or cream cheese. —Ron Gardner, Grand Haven, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 98 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 125mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Yummy Apricot Pecan Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Every time I prepare this yummy bread, I always receive raves. It’s perfect with coffee or as a gift, plus it’s really quick and easy to prepare. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 189 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 223mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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