Express bakery bliss: 19 quick bread recipes

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Quick bread recipes are delightfully easy to make, offering a burst of homemade goodness without the need for lengthy rising times or intricate techniques used with yeast bread. Nutty bread, fruity scones, and even biscuits are quick breads that transforms everyday ingredients into delectable treats.

Pumpkin streusel bread on parchment paper.
Pumpkin Streusel Bread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Cranberry Orange Bread

Cranberry bread on a wire rack with a red towel and fresh cranberries.
Orange Cranberry Quick Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Orange and cranberries go together to create this irresistible Spiced Orange Cranberry Bread with lots of orange zest and fresh cranberries for that sweet-tart flavor.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Orange Bread

Ham and Cheese Scones

Four ham and cheese scones on a piece of white paper.
Ham and Cheese Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Ham and Cheese Scones are tender and soft with crisp-crumbly edges. With Asiago cheese, ham, fresh herbs, and black pepper, these scones aren’t sweet but savory and satisfying quick bread.
Get the Recipe: Ham and Cheese Scones

Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread

Iced Oatmeal bread on a brown and white plate.
Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread is flavored with apple cider, cinnamon, and cloves for spiciness. Oatmeal makes this hearty quick bread moist and tender and so deliciously simple.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread

Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins

Muffins in a pan with icing and walnuts.
Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These soft and tender streusel-topped Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins are buttery, crunchy, and filled with the most delicious flavors; they make a perfect quick bread treat with your morning tea or coffee, or afternoon snack.
Get the Recipe: Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins

Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread

Iron skillet cornbread filled with vegetables and cheese.
Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Try this made-from-scratch Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread that’s full of veggies for an easy, quick bread to pair with soups and salads.
Get the Recipe: Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread

Orange Cranberry Scones

An orange cranberry scones on a white plate with a fork.
Orange Cranberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Loaded with lots of fresh and dried cranberries and plenty of orange flavor, these Orange Cranberry Scones bake up golden brown with crumbly edges.
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Scones

Easy Homemade Biscuits

Two baked biscuits on a white and gold towel.
Easy Homemade Biscuits. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Homemade biscuits from scratch are so easy to make and can be on your table in 30 minutes; now that’s quick.
Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Biscuits

Earl Gray Scones

Earl Gray scones stacked on a white plate.
Earl Gray Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Delight your taste buds with these Earl Grey Scones! These easy to make scones are made with flavorful Earl Grey Tea and are the perfect treat for any time of day.
Get the Recipe: Earl Gray Scones

Lemon Ricotta Muffins

Lemon muffins on a wood cutting board.
Lemon Ricotta Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Take the standard lemon muffin up a notch with this made-from-scratch Ricotta Lemon Muffins recipe. Adding some Tuscany flavors with ricotta cheese and fruity olive oil makes these muffins rich and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Muffins

Lemon Blueberry Scones

Blueberry lemon scones on a white platter with fresh blueberries.
Lemon Blueberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

The delicious combination of fresh blueberries and lemons comes together for this quick-to-make Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze recipe.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Scones

Pumpkin Cranberry Quick Bread

Iced pumpkin cranberry bread with a cup of tea.
Pumpkin Cranberry Quick Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

If you like quick bread, try this recipe for Pumpkin Cranberry Bread; it is packed with the flavor of pumpkin, cranberries, and lots of spices.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cranberry Quick Bread

Mandarin Orange Scones

Orange scones on a wire rack with oranges in the background.
Mandarin Orange Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bursting with fresh mandarin’s bright and juicy flavor, these Mandarin Orange Scones are the perfect way to add some zesty flavor to your morning routine.
Get the Recipe: Mandarin Orange Scones

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

Peanut butter chocolate chip muffins in a muffin tin.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Peanut butter and chocolate are such a classic flavor pairing, and these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins are quick to make and packed with great flavors.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

Apple Cream Scones

A slice of an Apple Scones on a white plate and a cup of tea.
Apple Cream Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake this delicious buttery, tender Irish Apple Cream Scones for a simple breakfast treat or afternoon snack. You will love the quick pat-in-the-pan batter for getting these scones in the oven and on the table.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cream Scones

Apple Streusel Bread

Apple streusel bread drizzled with icing.
Apple Streusel Bread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This is an easy and healthy apple streusel quick bread topped with a delicious crumble and drizzled with icing.
Get the Recipe: Apple Streusel Bread

Apple, Date & Walnut Muffins

Apple, Date & Walnut Muffins on a white plate.
Apple, Date & Walnut Muffins. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with plenty of apples and other tasty goodies, these Apple, Date, and Walnut Muffins are not too sweet and perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast. Moist, flavorful, and easy to make, make a batch today!
Get the Recipe: Apple, Date & Walnut Muffins

Pumpkin Muffins

Gluten free pumpkin muffins on a cooling rack with cinnamon sugar topping.
Pumpkin Muffins. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Gluten-free pumpkin muffins are an easy fall treat you’ll love. You can quickly mix up a batch with simple ingredients like gluten-free & oat flour, warming pumpkin spices and topped with cinnamon sugar. They’re dairy-free and vegan too!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Muffins

Pumpkin Streusel Bread

A slice of pumpkin bread with granola on top.
Pumpkin Streusel Quick Bread. Photo credit. Running To The Kitchen

This Pumpkin Streusel Bread is a delicious gluten-free treat. The crumbly cinnamon spiced topping paired with the moist pumpkin bread is the perfect treat!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Streusel Bread

Small-Batch Cornbread for Two

Sliced cornbread on wood cutting board.
Small-Batch Cornbread for Two. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Need a comforting fall quick bread for a simple meal? This small-batch cornbread recipe is the perfect side dish and is sure to become a new favorite.
Get the Recipe: Small-Batch Cornbread for Two

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