27 Christmas Quick Breads Perfect for Gifting

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27 Christmas Quick Breads Perfect for Gifting2/27 Pineapple Cherry Loaves 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 3 loaves (16 slices each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pineapple adds a fun twist to this holiday quick bread, plus it wakes each delicious bite nice and moist. My family prefers this to traditional fruitcake. —Dolores Peltier, Warren, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 187 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 3/27 Chocolate Chip Cranberry Bread 7 Reviews Total Time 1

hour 20 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

hour 20 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe 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 (Find more easy quick bread recipes like this one!) Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 253 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 4/27 Poppy Seed Bread 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Poppy Seed Bread with Orange Glaze Recipe photo

My neighbor gave me this recipe, and I love that it makes two loaves

by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 2 loaves (16 pieces each) Go to Recipe 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. 5/27 Cranberry Walnut Bread 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe photo by

A friend suggested I add even more cranberries

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this cranberry nut bread decades ago by combining a couple of recipes from my collection. A friend suggested I add even more cranberries. Now there’s a big burst of tart cranberry and lots of crunchy nuts in every piece. —Dawn Lowenstein, Hatboro, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 169 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 258mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 6/27 Chocolate Chai Mini Loaves 15 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen

This bread is irresistible!

Approved Chocolate Chai Mini Loaves Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 3 mini loaves (6 pieces each) Go to Recipe 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. 7/27 Sugar Plum Bread 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 1 loaf

8/27 Double Cranberry Banana

(12 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grew up with my Grandma Mitchell’s irresistible plum bread. We slathered it with butter and ate it with cottage cheese and fresh fruit for a simple breakfast. It’s one of those Christmas breads that always makes an appearance on myt holiday table. —Emily Tyra, Lake Ann, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 202 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 8/27 Double Cranberry Banana Bread 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Double Cranberry Banana Bread Recipe photo by Taste

of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 1 loaf (12 pieces)

of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 1 loaf (12 pieces) Go to Recipe 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. 9/27 Sweet Potato Bread 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Potato Cinnamon Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

My family loves quick breads

Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 2 loaves (16 pieces each) Go to Recipe 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. 10/27 Chocolate Quick Bread 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My

husband and I both enjoy cooking, but the baking is left to me

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. 11/27 Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Bread 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 2 loaves (16 slices each) Go to Recipe 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!

copycat recipe may be even better than the original! —Taste of Home 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. 12/27 Almond Tea Bread 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 2 loaves (16 slices each) Go to Recipe 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. 13/27 Pumpkin Pecan Loaves 27 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 2 loaves (16 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Among all my pumpkin bread recipes, this caramel-glazed creation is the pick of the crop. Often, I’ll wrap up a lovely loaf as a homemade gift for teachers and Sunday school leaders. —Brenda Jackson, Garden City, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 249 calories, 11g fat

This bread is packed with cherries, chocolate and nuts

(3g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 14/27 Bishop’s Bread 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 15 min Servings 1 loaf (16 slices) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This bread is packed with cherries, chocolate and nuts. I give away many of these Christmas breads as gifts. —Yvonne Wheeler, Minneapolis, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 320 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 15/27 Honey Spice Bread 25 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste

of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 1 loaf (12 pieces)

of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 1 loaf (12 pieces) Go to Recipe 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. 16/27 Macadamia Nut Mini Loaves 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time

The macadamia nuts make them a special treat with tropical flair

1 hour Servings 5 loaves Go to Recipe 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. 17/27 Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread 49 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 3

loaves (16 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This combination of pumpkin, nuts and dates makes a delicious, golden pumpkin cream cheese bread. The surprise inside—a rich creamy swirl—is like a luscious layer of cheesecake in each slice. —Cindy May, Troy, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 189 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 132mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 18/27 Eggnog Bread 50 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Eggnog Mini Loaves Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 3 loaves (6 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the

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