No yeast required: 25 sweet & savory quick bread recipes

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Making quick bread recipes is ridiculously easy and totally rewarding. You get to enjoy the taste of homemade goodness without dealing with all the fuss of yeast and waiting for the dough to rise. Enjoy our nutty and fruity creations.

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

Ham and Cheese Scones

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

The Ham and Cheese Scones are delicately soft, with edges that are both crisp and crumbly. Made with cheddar cheese, ham, fresh herbs, and a touch of black pepper, these scones offer a savory pastry. 
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 sweet 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

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

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.

No yeast is required to make this savory 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.

These Orange Cranberry Scones are packed with an abundance of both fresh and dried cranberries, as well as a generous amount of orange flavor. When baked, they turn a beautiful golden brown with deliciously 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 flaky 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 with a sweet icing drizzle on top! 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.

Elevate the classic lemon muffin with this homemade recipe for Ricotta Lemon Muffins. Infusing them with the flavors of Tuscany through the addition of creamy ricotta cheese and savory olive oil, these muffins become even more indulgent and delectable.
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.

This recipe allows you to quickly create Blueberry Scones with a sweet Lemon Glaze, which perfectly blends the flavors of fresh blueberries and lemons.
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 are a fan of delicious homemade bread, then I highly recommend giving this recipe for Pumpkin Cranberry Bread a try. This delightful bread is bursting with the rich and warm flavors of pumpkin, tangy cranberries, and a fall warming spices for a sweet quickbread to enjoy in the fall.
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 sweet 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.

The combination of peanut butter and chocolate is a timeless flavor pairing, and these muffins with peanut butter and chocolate chips are not only easy to prepare but also bursting with delicious flavors for a sweet treat.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

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. Make this bread and enjoy a slice in the morning or for a sweet treat in the middle of day.
Get the Recipe: Apple Streusel Bread

Small-Batch Cornbread for Two

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

Are you in search of a comforting quick bread for a simple fall meal? Look no further! This wonderful small-batch cornbread recipe is the ideal choice for a smaller serving.
Get the Recipe: Small-Batch Cornbread for Two

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. Add a simple sprinkling of raw sugar on top for a hint of sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cream Scones

Apple, Date & Walnut Muffins

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

Packed with a generous amount of apples and other delicious treats, these muffins featuring apple, date, and walnut flavors are just the right amount of sweetness and an ideal choice for a quick breakfast on the run. 
Get the Recipe: Apple, Date & Walnut Muffins

Cinnamon Sugar Banana Pecan Bread

Cinnamon sugar banana pecan bread slices served with raspberry butter.
Cinnamon Sugar Banana Pecan Bread. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy this cinnamon sugar banana quick bread recipe that is is a healthy treat topped with a sweet raspberry butter.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Banana Pecan Bread

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 a sweet and flavorful 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 Quick 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

Mini Banana Bread

A loaf of sliced banana bread.
Mini Banana Bread. Photo credit: Little Bit.

Want a delicious, yet portioned-down, quick bread recipe? Made with just a few simple ingredients, this banana bread is moist, flavorful and comes together in about 35 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Mini Banana Bread

Pumpkin Scones

Pumpkin scones with icing on a plate.
Pumpkin Scones. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Tender flaky pumpkin scones are baked to perfection with sweet candied walnuts on top Then they’re drizzled with a cinnamon icing to finish them off.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Scones

Pumpkin Spice Muffin

A stack of cinnamon muffins on a plate.
Pumpkin Spice Muffins. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

No need for hard-to-find ingredients. Our Pumpkin Spice Muffin recipe utilizes pantry staples to create a flavorful quick bread.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Muffin

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Transform overripe bananas into a chocolate lover’s dream – Double Chocolate Banana Quick Bread. This viral recipe is moist, fudgy, and absolutely irresistible!
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins

Pile of cornbread muffins on a white plate.
Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Cornbread Muffins cooked in an Air Fryer are both delicate and delicious, while also being incredibly fast and simple to prepare. There’s nothing quite like the taste of homemade cornbread, especially when it’s freshly made from scratch and served warm.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins

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