Best 6 Fresh Cantaloupe Bread Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the delightful experience of baking with fresh cantaloupe, a fruit that brings a burst of sweetness and vibrant color to your kitchen. Unleash your culinary creativity as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for "fresh cantaloupe bread." This unique bread combines the natural flavors of cantaloupe with the comforting warmth of baked goods, resulting in a tantalizing treat that is both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, join us as we explore the art of crafting this delectable bread, offering tips and tricks to ensure perfect results every time.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CANTALOUPE BREAD WITH PRALINE GLAZE



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This excellent bread is very moist and has the texture of pumpkin or zucchini bread. Can puree and freeze extra cantaloupe to make bread in the off season.

Provided by Kaddy

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups cantaloupe - peeled, seeded and pureed
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ cup butter
1 ⅔ cups brown sugar
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, vegetable, sugar, vanilla and cantaloupe. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and ginger. Stir flour mixture into cantaloupe mixture; stir to combine. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted into center of a loaf comes out clean. Meanwhile, combine margarine and brown sugar. Microwave for 3 minutes, stirring at 1 minute intervals; mix in pecans. Pour sauce over warm bread. Let cool for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 242.2 mg, Sugar 33.2 g

CANTALOUPE BREAD



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I like this toasted with butter or cream cheese. Yum! If you can't find melons in season, you can puree melon balls from your grocers freezer section. This freezes well. Prep and cook time is approximate.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 Loaves, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs, beaten
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups granulated sugar
3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cantaloupe, cut into 2 inch chunks and pureed (about 2 cups of puree, you can pulse so that bits of fruit remain)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Mix eggs, oil, sugar and vanilla.
  • Add pureed cantaloupe to mixture.
  • Sift dry ingredients; add to liquid.
  • Pour into 2 greased and floured 9x5 loaf pans (or spray them with Baker's Joy).
  • Bake 325°F for 1 hour or until done.
  • Check after 50 minutes.
  • I have also made this into muffins.
  • Bake for about 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.1, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 18.6, Sodium 139.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 15, Protein 2.7

CANTALOUPE QUICK BREAD



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Here's a different and delicious way to use some of the sweetest bounty summer has to offer. Cantaloupe! A delicious quick bread to add to your rotation.

Provided by Amanda Formaro

Categories     Breads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs
1 cup canola oil (or coconut oil)
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups pureed cantaloupe
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
1 teaspoon vanilla
enough milk to make a thick glaze

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • Puree enough cantaloupe in blender to make 2 cups puree
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, oil, sugar, vanilla and cantaloupe puree. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and ginger. Stir flour mixture into cantaloupe mixture; stir to combine. Do not overwork the batter, stir just until no traces of flour remain. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a loaf comes out clean.
  • While the bread is baking, make the glaze. Add the vanilla to the sifted powdered sugar. Stir in milk, one tablespoon at a time, until a thick glaze is reached. When you lift the whisk, it should fall in an even stream and form a ribbon before disappearing.
  • Remove bread loaves from the oven and place on cooling racks. Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Place wax paper under cooling rack to catch the drips. Pour the glaze over both warm loaves, covering the tops of both. The glaze will drip down the sides and drip onto the wax paper. Let cool at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 336 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Sodium 186 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 39 g

CANTALOUPE GRANITA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5h15m

Yield 4 to 6 granitas

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup sugar
1 whole cantaloupe, rind removed, cut into chunks
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh mint sprigs, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the sugar, melon and lime juice in a blender. Process the mixture until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  • Freeze for 2 or 3 hours, and then begin the process of lightly scraping the top frozen layer with a fork.
  • Return the pan to the freezer with the shaved ice on top. Remove a couple of hours later and continue scraping with a fork. Repeat the occasional scraping process until the entire mixture is shaved.
  • Store, covered in plastic wrap, until serving.
  • Serve in pretty glasses with mint.

CANTALOUPE NUT BREAD



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"Slices of this unusual melon-flavored loaf are good plain, served with cantaloupe wedges or garnished with whipped cream for dessert," relates Lorie McGuire from St. Paul, Kansas. "While it looks like ordinary bread, its terrific taste sets it apart."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe cantaloupe, drained
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light & fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with cantaloupe until blended (mixture will appear curdled). Fold in nuts., Transfer to a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

CANTALOUPE AND WILD BLUEBERRY TEA BREAD



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I used dried cantaloupe slices and fresh wild blueberries in this delicious bread, it is so good. I hope that you will enjoy this little treasure as much as we do. It's as good served cold as when served warm with fresh churned butter.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces butter, soft
1 cup white sugar (minus 2 tbsps)
2 tablespoons vanilla sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon, freshly ground
4 eggs, large
1/3 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, pure
2 cups flour, self rising
6 ounces blueberries, wild, fresh, rinsed and dried
1/2 cup cantaloupe, coarsley, chopped (dried)
1/4 cup hazelnuts, coarsely chopped, may sub with almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a small baking pan (8 x8 or smaller).
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar and cinnamon until creamy.
  • Slowly, add the eggs, one at a time, until well blended, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the sour cream, vanilla extract and flour, and mix until just blended.
  • Now gently add the blueberries, cantaloupe and hazelnuts into the batter, only mixing slightly.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake for 45 - 55 minutes.
  • Make sure to check the bread at 45 minutes, everyones ovens are different.
  • Remove from heat and place on cake rack for 6 - 10 minutes then turn out of pan and allow to cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 874.4, Fat 44.3, SaturatedFat 26, Cholesterol 311.4, Sodium 330.2, Carbohydrate 107.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 56.5, Protein 14.2

Tips:

  • Choose ripe cantaloupe: Look for melons that have a deep orange color and give off a sweet fragrance. Avoid melons that are bruised or have green spots.
  • Chill the cantaloupe before using: This will help the bread stay moist and flavorful.
  • Use a food processor to puree the cantaloupe: This will make it easier to incorporate into the bread batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the bread tough.
  • Bake the bread in a loaf pan: This will help it rise evenly.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help prevent the bread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Fresh cantaloupe bread is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is also a great way to use up leftover cantaloupe. With its sweet and fruity flavor, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you have some cantaloupe on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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