I’m never one to wait for fall to make my pumpkin chocolate chip bread. I just can’t resist that sweet, chewy bread loaded with rich chocolate chips. You guys shouldn’t wait either, make this today! Trust me!

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Ingredients

• Add nuts: Swap half of the chocolate chips for nuts for added texture
• Pumpkin: Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

Baking this pumpkin chocolate chip bread is my favorite way to kick off fall! It’s simple, cozy, and I like to think I’m making great life choices when pumpkin is the main ingredient. Like in my 2 ingredient pumpkin cake!

1. Combine Wet Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. In a large bowl, mix together eggs, sugar, oil, pumpkin, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until evenly combined.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
3. Stir Together: Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet, mixing until just combined. A few lumps are okay, but don’t overmix. Stir in the chocolate chips.
4. Bake and Enjoy! Pour the batter into the prepared pan, then bake for 55-60 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Soft, moist pumpkin bread loaded with warm spices and chocolate chips is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack!

Course Bread, Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword pumpkin chocolate chip bread, pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe, pumpkin chocolate chip loaf, pumpkin loaf

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 12 slices

Calories 342kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon cloves
• ¼ teaspoon ginger
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup oil
• 1 ¼ cups sugar
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin 1 ½ cups
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
• In a large bowl, mix together, 2 eggs, 1 ¼ cups sugar, ½ cup oil, 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin, ¼ cup buttermilk and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Mix until evenly combined.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon cloves, and ¼ teaspoon ginger.
• Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet, mixing until just combined. A few lumps are okay, don't overmix. Stir in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

To Store or Freeze: Once cooled, wrap bread tightly or place in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for 3–4 days, in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 12g | Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 69IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg

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These cheesy beer bread muffins are light, fluffy, and packed with savory flavor! The key is to not overmix the batter. Mixing until just combined will give you the perfect airy, melt-in-your-mouth texture that will keep you coming back for more.

Cheesy Beer Bread Muffins

These beer bread muffins are quick, easy, and made with ingredients you probably already have. I tested them twice to make sure they’re extra fluffy, tweaking the flour so a full 12-ounce beer works perfectly. Just crack one open and pour it in! Well… not so fast, the beer needs to be room temp, or the butter will clump up (trust me on this one). Beer, cheese, and bread? Sounds like the perfect St. Patrick’s Day combo to me! And if you love these flavors baked into muffins, you’ll go crazy for my cozy Beer Cheese Soup version, too.

Ingredients Needed

How to Make Cheesy Beer Bread Muffins

Making cheesy beer bread muffins is incredibly simple and requires just a few basic ingredients! With no need for yeast or rising time, these come together quickly, making them perfect for a last-minute side or snack. Follow these easy steps to whip up a batch in no time!

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 12-cup muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
2. Stir in Wet Ingredients and Bake: Mix in the beer, butter, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese until the batter just comes together. Evenly distribute the batter into the muffin tin, and bake the muffins for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the muffins are golden on top.
3. Add Melted Butter and Cool: Brush the baked muffins with melted butter and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

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Cheesy Beer Bread Muffins

These cheesy beer bread muffins are light, fluffy, and packed with savory flavor! With a hint of beer and plenty of cheesy goodness, they come together quickly and make the perfect side for a hot bowl of soup or a warm, buttery snack.

Course Appetizer, Bread

Cuisine American

Keyword beer bread, beer bread muffin recipe, beer bread muffins, cheesy beer bread muffins

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

Servings 12 muffins

Calories 243kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 (12-ounce) can room-temperature pale beer
• ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
• 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons melted butter, for brushing

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
• In a large bowl whisk the 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
• Mix in the 1 (12-ounce) can room-temperature pale beer, ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese until the batter just comes together.
• Evenly distribute the batter into the muffin tin, and bake the muffins for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the muffins are golden on top.
• Brush the baked muffins with 2 tablespoons melted butter, and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 2mg

Irish Brown Bread is a delicious twist on classic soda bread, offering a slightly sweet, rich, and hearty flavor. It comes together quickly, with no kneading or rising! Makes a great breakfast, snack, or side with dinner. It’s so yummy with honey, butter, or jam!

Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day

I can pretty much guarantee that every home cook will have the ingredients needed to make this loaf! It’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! You could even bake a few loaves and share them with your neighbors! If you love making bread from scratch but want a simple and quick fix, this is the bread for you. Plus, it’s packed with whole wheat and oats, a nice break from store-bought white bread. No crazy equipment is needed to execute this recipe, just a couple of bowls, a whisk, a spatula, a bread pan, and an oven.

Ingredients Needed for Irish Brown Bread

How to Make Irish Brown Bread

Making this Irish brown bread recipe is so simple. You only need 20 minutes of prep time! With pantry staple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a hearty, slightly sweet loaf ready to enjoy. No yeast or kneading is required! Just mix, pour, and bake. Let’s walk through the easy steps:

1. Whisk Dry Ingredients: Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, then spray a 9-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together the wheat flour, all-purpose flour, rolled oats, salt, and baking soda.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, molasses, and melted unsalted butter.
3. Combine: Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and mix until the dough just comes together.
4. Bake: Place the dough into the loaf pan and even out the top, sprinkle with some oats, and bake for 50-55 minutes or when a toothpick inserted comes out clean, or temp out to 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a cooling rack.

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Irish Brown Bread

Irish Brown Bread is a twist on classic soda bread with a slightly sweet, rich and hearty flavor. It's so good with honey, butter or jam!

Course Bread

Cuisine Irish

Keyword Irish Brown Bread, Irish brown bread recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 55 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 283kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup rolled oats, plus more for garnish
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 cups room temperature buttermilk
• ¼ cup molasses
• 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

Instructions

• Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup rolled oats, 1 ½ teaspoons salt, and 2 teaspoons baking soda.
• In a separate bowl, mix the 2 cups room temperature buttermilk, ¼ cup molasses, and 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Pour the buttermilk mixture into the flour mixture and mix until the dough just comes together.
• Place the dough into the loaf pan and even out the top, sprinkle with some oats, and bake for 50-55 minutes, a toothpick inserted should come out clean, or temp out to 190 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 778mg | Potassium: 380mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 3mg

Spoon bread is a beloved classic Southern side dish. It’s similar to cornbread but is less sweet and has a softer, almost soufflé-like texture. This unique bread is best enjoyed warm with a dollop of butter, a drizzle of honey or served alongside a hearty bowl of chili.

What is Spoon Bread?

This traditional southern comfort food has a custard-like cornbread texture and flavor. It gets its name from the creamy, pudding-like texture that you can scoop out of the pan. If you love cornbread, you will absolutely love this sweet, creamy spoon bread.

Ingredients Needed

How to Make Spoon Bread

You’ll love how simple this spoon bread recipe is! You need just 10 minutes of prep time, and then the oven does all the work. Follow my steps below to ensure it turns out perfect!

1. Heat Milk and Cornmeal: Place 1 tablespoon of butter into an 8-inch cast iron skillet. Place the skillet in the oven and then preheat to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix the milk and cornmeal in a microwave-safe dish and then microwave for 1 minute, checking to make sure it doesn’t boil over.
2. Stir and Continue Heating: Stir the mixture and microwave again for another 3-4 minutes, stopping every minute or so to stir until the mixture is thick and creamy.
3. Whisk Egg Whites: Set the cornmeal mixture aside. In a separate bowl, using a hand mixer, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form.
4. Combine Ingredients: When the egg whites have been whipped, return to the cornmeal mixture and mix in the honey, egg yolks, baking powder, and salt.
5. Add Egg Whites: Fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture to create the batter. Remove the cast iron skillet from the oven and pour the batter into the skillet.
6. Bake and Serve: Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove the skillet from the oven and serve the spoon bread fresh as a side with honey and butter.

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Spoon Bread

Spoon bread is a beloved classic Southern side dish. It’s similar to cornbread but is less sweet and has a softer, almost soufflé-like texture.

Course Bread, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Southern

Keyword spoon bread, spoon bread recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 6 people

Calories 203kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 ¼ cups whole milk
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 2 egg whites
• 2 egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

• Place 1 tablespoon unsalted butter into an 8-inch cast iron skillet. Place the skillet into an oven and preheat to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Mix the 2 ¼ cups whole milk and 1 cup cornmeal in a microwave-safe dish and microwave for 1 minute, checking to make sure it doesn’t boil over.
• Stir the mixture and microwave again for another 3-4 minutes, stopping every minute or so to stir until the mixture is thick and creamy.
• Set the cornmeal mixture aside. In a separate bowl using a hand mixer whisk the 2 egg whites until soft peaks form.
• When the egg whites have been whipped return to the cornmeal mixture and mix in the 2 teaspoons honey, 2 egg yolks, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
• Fold the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture to create the batter. Remove the cast iron skillet from the oven and pour the batter into the skillet.
• Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove the skillet from the oven and serve the bread fresh as a side with honey and butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 252mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 286IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 1mg

Starbucks copycat gingerbread loaf is the ultimate holiday treat! It’s coated in a simple cream cheese frosting and is full of warm spices and rich molasses flavor. Enjoy it for Christmas brunch or a sweet treat at night!

Ingredients ForStarbucks Gingerbread Loaf

I love whipping up this copycat Starbucks gingerbread loaf recipe during the holiday season! It’s perfect for potlucks, brunches and homemade gift-giving. Plus, it’s made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand! You can find exact measurements in the recipe card below.

• All-Purpose Flour: Gives the bread structure and tenderness.
• Baking Powder: Makes the bread rise and get fluffy.
• Spices: A mix of ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves adds a cozy, warm flavor.
• Salt: Brings all the flavors together.
• Granulated Sugar: For the perfect amount of sweetness.
• Oil: Adds moisture and richness.
• Eggs: Help hold the ingredients together.
• Applesauce: Keeps the quick bread moist and tender without having to use extra oil or butter.
• Molasses: Adds a deep, caramel-like sweetness.
• Vanilla: Use pure vanilla extract or make your own blend.

For the Frosting

This simple cream cheese frosting is the perfect topping for a spiced gingerbread loaf cake. It’s really good without the frosting, too!

• Powdered Sugar: Makes the glaze nice and sweet, and also gives it a smooth texture.
• Cream Cheese: Adds a rich, tangy flavor.
• Vanilla Extract: Mix in a tsp for sweet warmth.
• Milk: Gives the frosting the perfect texture.

How to Make a Gingerbread Loaf

This irresistible bread is so easy to make and smells wonderful while baking. Just follow these simple steps for major deliciousness.

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, then spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
2. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar, oil, eggs, applesauce, molasses, and vanilla.
3. Stir Batter Together: Using a spatula or spoon, add the flour mixture to the sugar and oil mixture. Mix until everything comes together into a batter.
4. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean. Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool completely before frosting.
5. Make the Frosting: For the frosting, using a hand mixer whisk the cream cheese until it is smooth. Add the vanilla, milk, and ¼ cup of powdered sugar, and mix until incorporated.
6. Frost the Loaf: Continue adding more powdered sugar until a soft frosting texture is reached. Frost the loaf when it is completely cooled.

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Gingerbread Loaf

Starbucks copycat gingerbread loaf is the ultimate holiday treat! It's coated in a simple cream cheese frosting and is full of warm spices and rich molasses flavor. Enjoy it for Christmas brunch or a sweet treat at night!

Course Bread, Dessert

Cuisine American, Holiday

Keyword gingerbread loaf, starbucks copycat loaf, starbucks gingerbread loaf, Sweet Bread

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes

Servings 1 loaf

Calories 3918kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground clove
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• ⅓ cup applesauce
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Frosting

• 1 ½-2 cups powdered sugar
• 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2-3 teaspoons whole milk

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
• Whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon ground clove.
• In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, ⅓ cup applesauce, 1 tablespoon molasses, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
• Using a spatula or spoon, add the flour mixture to the sugar and oil mixture and mix until everything comes together into a batter.
• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
• Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool completely before frosting.
• For the frosting, using a hand mixer, whisk 4 ounces cream cheese, until it is smooth. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla, 2-3 teaspoons whole milk, and ¼ cup of the 1 ½-2 cups powdered sugar at a time, and mix until incorporated.
• Continue adding more powdered sugar until a soft frosting texture is reached. Frost the loaf when it is completely cooled.

Nutrition

Calories: 3918kcal | Carbohydrates: 590g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 161g | Saturated Fat: 44g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 67g | Monounsaturated Fat: 38g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 443mg | Sodium: 2842mg | Potassium: 1788mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 406g | Vitamin A: 2055IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 656mg | Iron: 15mg

Easy Cheesy Quick Bread is packed with flavor and has a tender, golden crust and soft, moist interior. It’s perfect with soup, salad, chili, or on its own with a pat of butter. It’s simple to make and irresistibly delicious!

Cheesy Quick Bread Ingredients

This cheesy quick bread recipe comes together effortlessly with simple pantry staples like flour, baking powder and seasoning, paired with shredded cheddar for a burst of flavor. It’s proof that you don’t need fancy ingredients to create something truly delicious!

• All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and ensures the bread is soft and tender.
• Sugar: Just two tablespoons is all you need to add a hint of sweetness.
• Baking Powder: The leavening agent that makes the bread rise and keeps it fluffy.
• Salt: Enhances the overall flavor of the bread.
• Garlic Powder: Adds a savory, aromatic depth to the bread.
• Italian Seasoning: A blend of herbs like oregano and basil brings a touch of Italian flavor.
• Whole Milk: Adds moisture and richness to the batter.
• Eggs: Two eggs bind the ingredients together and contribute to the bread’s texture.
• Butter: Melted butter adds richness and buttery flavor.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese: The star ingredient, infusing the bread with cheesy goodness in every bite.

How to Make Cheesy Quick Bread

You will love how easy this bread recipe is to follow. There are just four quick steps, and then the oven does all the work!

1. Prepare/Mix Flour Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and then spray an 8½ x 5-inch bread pan with non-stick cooking spray. Then, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a large mixing bowl,
2. Stir in the Cheese: Gently stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Whisk: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the milk and melted butter and whisk until combined.
4. Combine and Bake: Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture, then stir until it is just combined and no flour streaks remain. Do not over-mix! Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan, then bake for 60 minutes or until the bread is cooked through the center.

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Cheesy Quick Bread

Easy Cheesy Quick Bread is packed with flavor and has a tender, golden crust and soft, moist interior. It's perfect with soup, salad, chili or on its own with a pat of butter. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious!

Course Appetizer, Bread

Cuisine American

Keyword cheese bread, cheesy quick bread recipe, easy cheese bread recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8 people

Calories 366kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1¼ cups whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup butter, melted and cooled
• 2½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray an 8½ x 5-inch bread pan with non-stick cooking spray.
• Whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1½ teaspoons garlic powder, and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning in a large mixing bowl.
• Gently stir in 2½ cups shredded cheddar cheese.
• In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs. Add 1¼ cups whole milk and ¼ cup butter, melted then whisk until combined.
• Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture. Stir until just combined and no flour streaks remain. Do not over-mix!
• Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan and bake for 60 minutes or until the bread is cooked through the center.
• Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes before serving and slicing!

Nutrition

Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 669IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 384mg | Iron: 2mg

Baking soda vs baking powder….what is the difference? I’m here to teach you the basics of each so that you can improve your baking skills. Learn the whys, hows, and when they’re important to achieving delicious recipes.

Baking powder and baking soda are key ingredients in so many classic recipes! Baking soda is a must when baking cookies. Sometimes I use both, like in our favorite copycat Crumbl cookie recipe. And I couldn’t make my homemade pancake mix without the help of baking powder because it makes them SO fluffy!

Baking Soda vs Baking Powder

Baking soda and baking powder are both chemical leavening agents. The ingredient in a recipe makes dough or batter rise through a chemical reaction. However, they are NOT the same! They have notable differences, so let’s compare baking soda vs baking powder and break it down!

What is Baking Soda?

Baking soda is powerful! It is 3 times stronger than baking powder! In the world of science, baking soda is known as a base. It will create a reaction when it comes in contact with an acid. This also translates into the world of baking! This reaction produces a carbon dioxide gas, and the bubbles from this reaction give a light texture in baked goods. Recipes that use baking soda will also call for some type of acid to create this chemical reaction.

Acids That React With Baking Soda

We’re all familiar with the reaction of baking soda and vinegar but many ingredients react in recipes to create carbon dioxide. Here is a list of acid ingredients commonly used in baking:

• Vinegar
• Citrus Juices
• Buttermilk
• Sour Cream or Yogurt
• Cocoa Powder (Not Dutch Process)
• Brown sugar
• Cream of Tartar
• Molasses or Honey

Irish Soda Bread is a bread recipe that relies on the reaction of buttermilk and baking soda to rise. My fun Wacky Cake is another example of this reaction. The baking soda and vinegar in the recipe give this cake the fluffiest texture and it’s SO yummy!

What is Baking Powder?

Baking powder actually has baking soda in it! It also contains another acid like cream of tartar or cornstarch that helps neutralize the baking soda. This means there isn’t a need for another acid for baking powder to react. Baking powder reacts in two different ways, and if you’ve ever wondered why the container says “double-acting”, here’s why:

1. Moisture: Baking powder first becomes active when it gets wet. Air bubbles are created when it comes in contact with water, milk, or any moisture in the recipe. This is why most recipes need to be baked right away while the chemicals are still active.
2. Heat: Baking powder also becomes active when it’s exposed to heat during the baking process. As the ingredients reach a certain temperature, the baking powder creates lift and helps the baked goods rise and become fluffy! 

My Grandma’s Perfect Fluffy Pancakes are the perfect example of this reaction. The baking powder in her pancake recipe reacts with the heat of the skillet making them fluffy and soft! Another example is this delicious Ricotta Cake! The baking powder makes it so light and fluffy as it bakes.

Why Use Baking Soda AND Baking Powder?

It is necessary to use both baking soda and baking powder in certain recipes! Using both can improve the texture and the flavor of your baked goods. It’s fun to see what happens when you use either baking soda, baking powder, or both! Check out the results below!

1. Improve Texture: Some recipes use both to improve the texture. Baking soda alone doesn’t lend enough rise to some recipes. Instead of just adding more baking soda, which will only lead to a sour metallic taste, you add baking powder to give extra lift. My Twinkie Cake uses both and the texture is fluffy and delicious!
2. Flavor: Using both can also improve the flavor of your recipes. Sometimes you need both because you want the tang of an acid in your recipe to come through in the finished product. If you only rely on baking soda for rise, it will neutralize the flavor of the acid you’re using. Using both allows the tangy acidic flavor of say buttermilk or lemon juice to come through. Try this Glazed Lemon Bread and you’ll see what I mean!

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Treat yourself to these delicious Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins! With just a handful of ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have moist and flavorful muffins ready to enjoy for breakfast (or to snack on!) in no time.

Try out some more favorite muffin recipes like these Applesauce Muffins, these healthy Morning Glory Muffins or these classic Blueberry Muffins with a Sugared Glaze.

Ingredients in Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin Recipe

These ingredients are classic and simple. I bet that you have most of them already in your kitchen, ready to go! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

• Overripe Mashed Bananas: The bananas add in natural sweetness, moisture, and of course, banana flavor.
• Large Egg: Leave your egg out while you are preparing the ingredients so that when it’s time to mix it in, it’s room temperature.
• Sour Cream: This ingredient contributes to moist texture and adds a subtle tanginess.
• Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla will make these muffins nice and sweet.
• Unsalted Butter (melted): This adds in a richness and flavor to the banana chocolate chip muffins.
• Vegetable oil: This, in addition to the bananas, keeps the muffins nice and moist.
• Brown Sugar: I love brown sugar and how it always adds in a deep, sweet flavor.
• Sugar: Keeps these nice and sweet!
• Flour: I used all purpose flour in this recipe.
• Baking Soda and Baking Powder: These act as leavening agents keeping a light and airy texture.
• Salt: Salt enhances all of the flavors in the recipe.
• Milk Chocolate Chips: You can use semi-sweet chocolate chips if you prefer!

Instructions for Making Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

These banana chocolate chip muffins are next level and you will love every single bite. My kiddos eat these up so I like to double the batch and save some for later!

1. Prep the oven and the pan: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a muffin liner with pan spray and, if desired, line it with muffin liners.
2. Combine wet ingredients and sugars: Add the mashed bananas, egg, sour cream, vanilla, butter, oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar to a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until combined.
3. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients: Add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to a medium bowl and whisk until combined. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips by hand. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin pan until each muffin well is ⅔ of the way full.
5. Bake and cool: Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of a muffin. Let the muffins cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

With just a handful of ingredients and easy steps, you'll have moist and flavorful muffins ready to enjoy for breakfast (or to snack on!) in no time.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword banana chocolate chip muffins, easy banana chocolate chip muffins

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 12 muffins

Calories 270kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 1 cup overripe bananas, mashed (about 3 large bananas)
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a muffin liner with pan spray and, if desired, line it with muffin liners.
• Add 1 cup overripe bananas, 1 large egg, ¼ cup sour cream, 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, ¼ cup unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, ¼ cup brown sugar,and ½ cup granulated sugar to a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until combined.
• Add 1 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt to a medium bowl and whisk until combined. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
• Fold in 1 cup milk chocolate chips by hand. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin pan until each muffin well is ⅔ of the way full.
• Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of a muffin. Let the muffins cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 208mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg

This Irish soda bread recipe uses just 4 pantry staples for a warm, crusty loaf that’s perfect for slathering with butter and jam, or soaking up your favorite soup. No kneading required!

If you want homemade bread but without a lot of prep, this Irish soda bread is a great option along with one-hour rolls, peasant bread, and garlic knots!

Irish Soda Bread Recipe

Have you ever had Irish Soda Bread? I tried it a few years ago and have loved it ever since. It’s super easy, just mix the dry ingredients, cut in a little butter, stir in buttermilk, shape the dough, and bake. No kneading required!

It’s kind of like a biscuit in loaf form, crusty on the outside, soft in the center, with great flavor even though it uses less butter. Serve it warm with butter or jam. And if you like something heartier, check out my Irish Brown Bread, it’s another traditional favorite that’s nutty, dense, and perfect with soups or stews.

4 Ingredients to Make It

I don’t know about you… but the fact that Irish soda bread only requires 4 simple ingredients and it doesn’t need any kneading or proofing makes this recipe a winner. Here’s everything you’ll need:

• All-Purpose Flour: The base of the soda bread, providing structure and body.
• Baking Soda: There’s no soda bread without the baking soda! It’s the leavening agent, reacting with the buttermilk to create bubbles that make the bread rise.
• Salt: Enhances the flavor of the bread.
• Buttermilk: Adds a slight tang and moisture, and also helps activate the baking soda.

Extras

• Softened Butter (for serving): The perfect addition to this tasty soda bread!
• Jam (for serving): For some sweet flavor. Try this homemade strawberry jam recipe if you’re up for the challenge!

How to Make Irish Soda Bread

When it comes to homemade bread, this recipe is as easy as it gets. Even without yeast, proofing, and kneading, Irish soda bread is perfect- it’s crisp on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside.

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Prepare Dough: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Then create a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and pour the buttermilk into the center.
3. Shape: Mix the dough together using your hands, or a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Dump the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and bring it together just until it forms a round.
4. Bake: Place the loaf on a parchment lined baking sheet. With a knife, score the top of the loaf in an x. Place it in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes or until the crust is a golden brown.
5. Cool and Serve: Take the soda bread loaf out of the oven and allow it to cool at least 10 minutes before cutting into it. Serve with butter and jam or alongside my Guinness Beef Stew.

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Irish Soda Bread

This Irish soda bread recipe uses just 4 pantry staples for a warm, crusty loaf that's perfect for slathering with butter and jam, or soaking up your favorite soup. No kneading required!

Course baking, Bread

Cuisine Irish American

Keyword Irish soda bread, soda bread

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 1 loaf

Calories 2118kcal

Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

• 4 cups all purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• Softened butter and jam for serving

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees fahrenheit.
• Whisk together 4 cups all purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt. Create a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and pour 2 cups buttermilk into the center.
• Mix the dough together using your hands or a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Dump the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and bring it together just until it forms a round.
• Place the loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet. With a knife, score the top of the loaf in an x. Place it in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
• Take the loaf out of the oven and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting into it. Serve with Softened butter and jam or alongside my Guinness Beef Stew.

Notes

Originally posted March 3, 2017

Updated on March 8, 2024

Nutrition

Calories: 2118kcal | Carbohydrates: 405g | Protein: 67g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 5028mg | Potassium: 1183mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 792IU | Calcium: 628mg | Iron: 23mg

Treat yourself to the most incredible flavor and texture of this Nutella banana bread. One bite and you will be obsessed with the moist, tender crumb and how wonderful this quick bread tastes. It’s a great way to use up ripe bananas and perfect for any occasion!

Banana bread is one of those recipes everyone loves! Add Nutella to it, and it’s even more irresistible! We have plenty more delicious variations of banana bread to try. Bake up some of our other popular banana bread recipes like this award-winning banana bread, this Sour Cream Banana Bread, or this blueberry banana bread!

Nutella Banana Bread Recipe

We cannot stop eating this Nutella banana bread! It’s just too good! I think we can all agree, banana bread is one of the best quick breads there is, and adding rich and creamy Nutella really takes it to the next level. This gorgeous loaf is swirled to perfection with chocolate hazelnut spread. Each bite is moist, sweet, and bursting with a blend of banana and hazelnut flavor! It’s the best combination!

As an added plus, this Nutella banana bread looks fancy but it is really easy to make. Which is a very good thing because you’re going to want to enjoy this anytime you have overripe bananas! In fact, this is the perfect excuse to let your bananas over-ripen!

Ingredients Needed

The list of ingredients to make this Nutella banana bread recipe is very simple. You only need 8 ingredients! You’ll want to keep them on hand, so you can bake up this loaf on repeat! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

• Bananas: Three mashed bananas (about 1 cup) makes the bread super moist and flavorful. For extra sweetness, use extra ripe bananas that have some brown spots.
• Baking Soda: For the perfect rise while baking.
• Vegetable Oil: Adds moisture and ensures a soft, tender texture. 
• Granulated Sugar: Gives the bread just the right amount of sweetness.
• Eggs: Use 2 beaten eggs for a tender texture and structure. 
• Salt: Just a pinch to enhance the flavor.
• Flour: All-purpose flour will ensure a light, fluffy crumb.
• Nutella: We’re swirling Nutella all throughout this bread for plenty of that incredible chocolate hazelnut flavor!

How to Make Nutella Banana Bread

This Nutella banana bread recipe is prepped and ready in just 10 minutes! Then, let the oven do the rest of the work. The hardest part about making this is waiting for it to bake and cool! Here’s how to layer the batter and Nutella for the most delicious quick bread:

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with pan spray and set aside.
2. Combine Ingredients: Mix the banana, baking soda, oil, sugar, eggs, salt, and flour in a large bowl until combined.
3. Layer Nutella: Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Heat the Nutella in a small bowl for 20-30 seconds, until it is very soft, almost liquid. Drizzle half of the Nutella over the batter in the pan in zigzags and then top it with the remaining batter.
4. Finish Layering: Drizzle the rest of the Nutella over the top of the batter in lines. Use a knife to swirl the Nutella into the banana batter, going up and down the length of the pan a few times. Be sure the knife goes down to the bottom of the pan so the middle layer of Nutella gets swirled as well!
5. Bake and Cool: Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let the bread cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

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Nutella Banana Bread

Treat yourself to the most incredible flavor and texture of this Nutella banana bread. One bite and you will be obsessed with the moist, tender crumb and how wonderful this quick bread tastes. It's a great way to use up ripe bananas and perfect for any occasion! 

Course Bread

Cuisine American

Keyword hazelnut chocolate bread, Nutella Bread, nutella recipe, Sweet Bread

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Loaf of Banana Bread

Calories 3012kcal

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas mashed, about 1 cup
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs beaten
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup Nutella

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, then spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with pan spray and set aside.
• Mix 3 ripe bananas, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ⅓ cup vegetable oil, ⅔ cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 pinch salt, and 1 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour in a large bowl until combined.
• Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Heat ½ cup Nutella in a small bowl for 20-30 seconds until it is very soft, almost liquid. Drizzle half of the Nutella over the batter in the pan in zigzags and then top it with the remaining batter.
• Drizzle the rest of the Nutella over the top of the batter in lines. Use a knife to swirl the Nutella into the banana batter, going up and down the length of the pan a few times. Be sure the knife goes down to the bottom of the pan so the middle layer of Nutella gets swirled as well!
• Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let the bread cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1loaf | Calories: 3012kcal | Carbohydrates: 435g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 129g | Saturated Fat: 57g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 44g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 327mg | Sodium: 1328mg | Potassium: 2180mg | Fiber: 22g | Sugar: 258g | Vitamin A: 706IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 255mg | Iron: 17mg