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Classic Quick Bread

A tender, moist quick bread made with buttermilk and oil for a flawless crumb. Ready in 70 minutes with no yeast, perfect for weeknight baking or weekend gatherings.
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Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 260kcal
Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper
  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
  • In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, oil, and eggs
  • Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined
  • Pour batter into prepared pan
  • Bake 55 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean

Notes

Do not overmix batter to avoid dense texture
For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with 1 cup non-dairy milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Optional add-ins: 1 cup mashed bananas, chopped nuts, or dried fruit

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 180mg | Sugar: 10g