Best 6 Sweet Onion Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable aroma and taste of freshly baked Sweet Onion Bread, a culinary masterpiece that combines the natural sweetness of onions with the warmth of bread. Whether served as an appetizer, a side dish, or a hearty snack, this bread is guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With its soft and fluffy texture, complemented by the subtle crunch of caramelized onions, Sweet Onion Bread is a perfect accompaniment to a variety of meals, ranging from soups and stews to salads and sandwiches.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET ONION BREAD



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 48

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced onions
4 eggs, separated
1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup apple juice
1 teaspoon minced ginger
3 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced onions
4 eggs, separated
1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup apple juice
1 teaspoon minced ginger
3 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced onions
4 eggs, separated
1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup apple juice
1 teaspoon minced ginger
3 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced onions
4 eggs, separated
1 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup apple juice
1 teaspoon minced ginger
3 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan. In a saute pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, caramelize the onions for about 10 minutes. In an electric mixer with a whip attachment, whip the egg whites until stiff. Switch the whip attachment to a paddle attachment and cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each yolk. With the machine running add the apple juice and ginger. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper, together. With the machine on low speed, alternate adding the flour 1/3 at a time with the milk. Do not over mix the batter. Fold in the stiff egg whites. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center of the bread comes out clean. Remove the pan from the oven and invert onto a wire rack. Allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Slice a couple of slices from the loaf and place the loaf and the slices on a plate.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan. In a saute pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, caramelize the onions for about 10 minutes. In an electric mixer with a whip attachment, whip the egg whites until stiff. Switch the whip attachment to a paddle attachment and cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each yolk. With the machine running add the apple juice and ginger. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper, together. With the machine on low speed, alternate adding the flour 1/3 at a time with the milk. Do not over mix the batter. Fold in the stiff egg whites. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center of the bread comes out clean. Remove the pan from the oven and invert onto a wire rack. Allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Slice a couple of slices from the loaf and place the loaf and the slices on a plate.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan. In a saute pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, caramelize the onions for about 10 minutes. In an electric mixer with a whip attachment, whip the egg whites until stiff. Switch the whip attachment to a paddle attachment and cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each yolk. With the machine running add the apple juice and ginger. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper, together. With the machine on low speed, alternate adding the flour 1/3 at a time with the milk. Do not over mix the batter. Fold in the stiff egg whites. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center of the bread comes out clean. Remove the pan from the oven and invert onto a wire rack. Allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Slice a couple of slices from the loaf and place the loaf and the slices on a plate.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan. In a saute pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, caramelize the onions for about 10 minutes. In an electric mixer with a whip attachment, whip the egg whites until stiff. Switch the whip attachment to a paddle attachment and cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each yolk. With the machine running add the apple juice and ginger. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper, together. With the machine on low speed, alternate adding the flour 1/3 at a time with the milk. Do not over mix the batter. Fold in the stiff egg whites. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until the center of the bread comes out clean. Remove the pan from the oven and invert onto a wire rack. Allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Slice a couple of slices from the loaf and place the loaf and the slices on a plate.

SWEET ONION SPOON BREAD



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This unique recipe has been a family-favorite secret for years. The layers of tangy cheese, sour cream and sweet onions in this moist cornbread taste so great together! Chopped green chiles could add some fun zip. -Heather Thomas, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/3 cups chopped sweet onions
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small nonstick skillet, saute onions in butter until tender; set aside., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the corn, muffin mix, egg whites and milk. Pour into a 9-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine sour cream and onions; spread over batter. Sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET ONION CUSTARD BREAD



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What an unusual bread! And so easy to make. The texture is soft and the aroma of the onion and cheese baking will make your mouth water!

Provided by MMers

Categories     Breads

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 large vidalia onion, halved and sliced
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In large frying pan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
  • Saute onions 10 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown.
  • Set aside 2 tbsp of this mixture for the topping.
  • In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Stir in milk, egg and 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Add remaining onions.
  • Pour into a greased 9 inch pie plate.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese, reserved 2 tbsp onion and poppy seeds over top of bread.
  • Drizzle with melted butter.
  • Bake at 400F (205C) for about 25 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool slightly, cut into wedges.

SWEET ONION BREAD SKILLET



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Because there are only a few ingredients in this recipe, you'll get the best results if you use the finest quality foods, like a fresh Vidalia onion and aged Parmesan cheese. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 can (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, saute onion in butter and 1 tablespoon oil until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Set aside., Brush bottom and sides of skillet with remaining oil. Unroll crust into skillet; flatten crust and build up edge slightly. Top with onion mixture and cheese. Bake at 450° until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Cut into 4 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 776mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

VIDALIA SWEET ONION BREAD



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I found this recipe in the Las Vegas Review Journal.The Zelzah Shriners are bringing 40,000 lbs. of onions to LV to sell. This was one of the recipes that was printed from Folsom Farms in Glennville, GA.

Provided by BeckyF

Categories     Breads

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large vidalia sweet onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons butter
1 3/4 cups sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs, slightly beaten
3/4 cup milk
2 cups buttermilk biscuit mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Grease a loaf pan 12x8x2 inch baking pan.
  • Saute onions in 3 tablespoons butter.
  • When onions cool add sour cream.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine salt, eggs, and milk.
  • Add to biscuit mix and stir until moistened.
  • Lightly fold in sauteed onion and sour cream mixture.
  • Turn into pan and bake for 30-45 minutes, with the time depending on the choice of pan.
  • Serves 8.

SWEET ONION BREAD SQUARES



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Whether you're looking for a savory appetizer or unique accompaniment to soup, this speedy specialty is sure to please. Helen Lamison of Carnegie, Pennsylvania tops packaged bread dough with ham and onions, then bakes it until golden.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound sweet onions, chopped
1/4 cup butter
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
2 ounces thinly sliced deli ham
1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook onions in butter over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, sour cream, salt and caraway seeds. Stir in the onions and ham., On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 16x11-in. rectangle. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; build up edges slightly to form a crust. Spread with onion mixture. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use sweet onions: Vidalia onions are ideal, but other sweet varieties like Walla Walla or Maui onions can also be used.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly: This brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a rich, deep flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense bread.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help prevent it from crumbling.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature: Sweet onion bread is best enjoyed fresh, but it can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Sweet onion bread is a versatile and delicious bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its sweet and savory flavor, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, give sweet onion bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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