Easy Quick Bread Recipes Without Yeast: My Go-To Loaf! (Print Version)
Easy Quick Bread Recipes Without Yeast are a lifesaver! Learn my favorite, no-fuss recipe for a warm, comforting loaf, even on chaotic days. Seriously, no yeast needed!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups (240g) All-Purpose Flour
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1/2 cup (100g) Granulated Sugar
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2 tsp Baking Powder
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1/2 tsp Salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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1 cup (240ml) Milk (whole milk recommended)
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1 large Egg
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1/4 cup (60ml) Vegetable Oil
→ Optional Flavor Boosters
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1 tsp Vanilla Extract
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1/2 cup Chocolate Chips or Dried Fruit (e.g., cranberries, raisins, chopped nuts)
# Instructions:
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First things first, let's get that oven preheated to 350°F (175°C). Then, grab your 9x5 inch loaf pan. I usually grease it with a little butter or cooking spray, then dust it with flour. Honestly, I always forget to do this step thoroughly, and then I’m wrestling the loaf out later, so learn from my mistakes, okay? A well-prepped pan means a happy, easy-to-release loaf!
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In a big bowl, whisk together your flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Give it a good whisk, making sure there are no lumps. This is where you evenly distribute our leavening agent, so don’t rush it! I sometimes get a little flour cloud going, which is just part of the kitchen chaos, right?
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In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together your milk, egg, and vegetable oil. Make sure the egg is fully incorporated. This is where I sometimes get distracted and leave a little bit of egg white hiding, only to find it later – oops! Just aim for a smooth, homogenous mixture.
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Now, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir *just* until combined. Seriously, do NOT overmix! Overmixing is the enemy of tender quick bread. A few lumps are totally fine; in fact, they’re a sign you’re doing it right. This is where the magic starts to happen and the batter comes together.
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If you're adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit, fold them in gently now. This is my favorite part because it's where you make the Easy Quick Bread Recipes Without Yeast truly *yours*. I once added too many chocolate chips and the loaf was basically a chocolate bar. No complaints, but maybe aim for moderation, haha!
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Pour your batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for about 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The smell as it bakes? Oh my gosh, it’s heavenly! That golden-brown crust and comforting aroma are what we're aiming for. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Patience is a virtue, especially here!
# Notes:
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Don't overmix the batter; a few lumps are actually good!
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Always check your baking powder's expiry date for a proper rise.
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Buttermilk is a fantastic substitute for milk, adding a lovely tang.
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Serve warm with salted butter and a cup of coffee for pure bliss.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x5 inch loaf pan
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2 mixing bowls
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whisk
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wooden skewer or toothpick
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 250 kcal
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 35g
Protein: 5g