BUTTERNUT SQUASH QUICK BREAD

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I love quick breads and I find they are especially great around the holidays as gifts or to serve with a little butter as a side dish since they are not overly sweet and go great with Turkey. Here's a great recipe for a moist, delicious bread that incorporates some butternut squash. I LOVE butternut squash and have been looking...

Provided by Janice Cabahug

Categories     Other Breads

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

COMBINE THESE IN A BOWL AND WHISK
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp each of the following: nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, salt
COMBINE THESE TOGETHER IN YOUR FOOD PROCESSOR
1 1/4 c cooked butternut squash (see instructions below for cooking) or use good quality canned squash drained
1/2 c brown sugar (dark or light is fine)
1/2 c sugar- i use pure sugar cane sugar as opposed to processed sugar
1/2 c apple sauce or vegetable oil (the applesauce is a much healther alternative but it will add some sweetness)
2 large eggs
1/4 c water
ADD AFTER THE BATTER IS MADE
1/2 c pecans or walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. *To cook the Butternut Squash, cut into four sections and remove all the seeds. Place skin side up in a baking pan and add about 1/2-1 inch of water. Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes or until the fork pierces easily. Pour out excess water, allow to cool and remove the skin. Approximately 1/2 the squash equals 1 and 1/4 cups need for the recipe.
  • 2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, sift together the first 3 ingredients.
  • 3. In the food processor, process the cooked squash until smooth. Then add the next five ingredients and process until combined.
  • 4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
  • 5. Add the nuts if desired.
  • 6. Pour into a greased 9X5 inch loaf pan and bake for approximately 1 hour or until a toothpick or knife inserted comes out clean. Enjoy!

Kzow
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This bread was a little too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Robert Byamukama
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but this bread was actually really good. I would definitely make it again.


Adriana Lessing
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This was the first time I've ever made butternut squash bread and it turned out perfect! Thanks for the recipe!


Dominic Cruz
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This bread is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Ryan Terry
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I've made this bread several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for butternut squash bread.


Seche Ng'aina
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I made this bread for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


ansasiire brian
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This bread is the perfect fall treat! It's moist, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness.


Fuzail Joker
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I would have liked the bread to be a little sweeter, but overall it was a good recipe.


Shahjhan Butt
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This was my first time making butternut squash bread and it turned out great! Thanks for the recipe.


Shoaib Khan j.d.s
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The bread was a little too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Crypto Master Secret
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I added a cup of chocolate chips to the batter and it was amazing! This bread is definitely a keeper.


Suraiya islam
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This bread was easy to make and turned out great! I used a loaf pan instead of a bundt pan, and it still came out perfect.


satleis2
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this bread changed my mind. It was so delicious and flavorful. I especially loved the crunchy pecan topping.


very cool
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This butternut squash bread was a hit at my family gathering! It had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, and the texture was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


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