Ina Garten, the renowned culinary expert and beloved television personality, has mastered the art of creating delectable quick breads that are not only incredibly flavorful but also effortless to prepare. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice cook, her recipes will guide you through the process of crafting these delectable treats with ease. From classic favorites like her moist and fragrant lemon loaf to unique and unexpected creations such as her savory zucchini bread, Ina's quick bread recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of Ina Garten's quick bread recipes, where simplicity meets excellence in every bite.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HONEY WHITE BREAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 3h15m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the water in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook attachment. If the bowl is cold, be sure the water temperature doesn't drop below 110 degrees F. Add the yeast and sugar; stir and allow them to dissolve for 5 minutes.
- Add the milk, butter, and honey. Mix on medium speed until blended. Add the egg yolks, 3 cups of the flour, and the salt. Mix on low speed for about 5 minutes. With the mixer still on low speed, add 2 more cups of flour. Raise the speed to medium and slowly add just enough of the remaining flour so the dough doesn't stick to the bowl. Add the flour slowly; you can always add more but you can't take it out. Knead on medium speed for about 8 minutes, adding flour as necessary.
- Dump the dough out onto a floured surface and knead by hand for a minute, until the dough is smooth and elastic. Grease a bowl with butter, put the dough in the bowl, then turn it over so the top is lightly buttered. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and allow it to rise for one hour, until doubled in volume.
- Grease two 9 x 5-inch loaf pans with butter. Divide the dough in half, roll each half into a loaf shape and place each in a prepared pan. Cover again with the damp towel, and allow to rise again for an hour, until doubled in volume.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. When the dough is ready, brush the tops with the egg white and bake the breads for 40 to 45 minutes, until they sound hollow when tapped. Turn them out of the pans and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
DATE NUT SPICE BREAD
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter the bottom of an 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 by 2 1/2-inch loaf pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper, then butter and flour the pan.
- Combine the dates and orange liqueur in a small bowl and set aside for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and brown sugar together on medium speed for 1 minute. Scrape down the bowl. With the mixer on low, add the egg, vanilla, and orange zest. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. With the mixer still on low, add the flour mixture alternately with the orange juice to the creamed mixture, beating only until combined. By hand, stir in the dates with their liquid, and the pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
- Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the cream cheese, sugar, and orange zest on medium speed until just combined.
- Slice the bread and serve with the orange cream cheese on the side for spreading.
INA GARTEN DATE NUT SPICE BREAD
Another fabulous recipe from the Barefoot Contessa! I made the other Date Nut Bread I posted then this one thinking I'd have a bake-off. Well, they are both great and very different! I wound up with 2 keepers! The bread is very nice served with the recommended orange cream cheese, but that is entirely optional.
Provided by socholy
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 Loaf
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a bowl combine dates and orange liqueur and "marinate" for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Prepare loaf pan (8x5); butter bottom, line with parchment paper, butter again and flour.
- Sift together flour, and next 6 ingredients. Set aside.
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter and brown sugar for 1 minute. Then, at low speed, add egg, vanilla, and orange zest. Add flour mixture alternately with orange juice. Beat only until combined.
- Mix in pecans and dates with liquid by hand.
- Pour batter into loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before turning onto a wire rack.
- To make the orange cream cheese, add add ingredients together and combine with electric mixer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4576.9, Fat 175.3, SaturatedFat 74.6, Cholesterol 554.6, Sodium 3771.9, Carbohydrate 729.8, Fiber 46.6, Sugar 472.4, Protein 64.4
INA GARTEN'S IRISH SODA BREAD
This was soooo yummy! Ina does not claim that it is authentic Irish Soda Bread but says it is delicious and we agree! Next time I'll make it into two smaller loaves since it's pretty big for the two of us. We had it for breakfast hot out of the oven yesterday and this morning we toasted it and just loved it! It took more than the 4 cups of flour called for but we had to sift a huge restaurant sack of flour that looked more like plaster of paris, so it could have been because of the double sifting. Try this if you like soda bread!
Provided by Secret Agent
Categories Quick Breads
Time 55m
Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add the butter and mix on low speed until the butter is mixed into the flour.
- With a fork, lightly beat the buttermilk, egg, and orange zest together in a measuring cup. With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture. Combine the currants with 1 tablespoon of flour and mix into the dough. It will be very wet.
- Dump the dough onto a well-floured board and knead it a few times into a round loaf. Place the loaf on the prepared sheet pan and lightly cut an X into the top of the bread with a serrated knife. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean. When you tap the loaf, it will have a hollow sound.
- Cool on a baking rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips for Making Ina Garten's Quick Breads
- Use the right ingredients. Make sure you have all the ingredients you need before you start baking. This includes fresh, high-quality ingredients, such as eggs, butter, and flour.
- Follow the recipe carefully. Ina Garten's recipes are generally easy to follow, but it's important to pay attention to the details. For example, make sure you measure your ingredients correctly and don't over-mix the batter.
- Use the right equipment. You don't need any special equipment to make Ina Garten's quick breads, but a few basic tools will make the process easier. This includes a good quality mixing bowl, a sturdy spatula, and a loaf pan.
- Don't over-mix the batter. Over-mixing the batter will make the bread tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the bread in a preheated oven. This will help the bread rise evenly.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing it. This will help the bread to hold its shape.
Conclusion
Ina Garten's quick breads are a delicious and easy way to enjoy homemade bread. With a variety of flavors and recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a quick bread that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bread recipe, give one of Ina Garten's recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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