Zesty Spiced Squash Bread
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors with this Zesty Spiced Squash Bread. This moist and flavorful quick bread incorporates fresh yellow squash, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness from apricot preserves, making it a perfect breakfast treat, snack, or dessert. Share it with friends and family to impress them with your baking skills and enjoy the warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes. Each slice offers a deliciously unique taste that is sure to become a favorite!
12
Servings
133
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups (sifted)
baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons (none)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon (none)
ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon (none)
ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (none)
ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon (none)
eggs
2 (beaten)
sugar
3/4 cup (none)
vegetable oil
1/3 cup (none)
sour cream
1/3 cup (none)
apricot preserves
3 tablespoons (none)
yellow squash
1 3/4 cups (unpeeled, shredded)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan by greasing and flouring it.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, sour cream, and apricot preserves, whisking until smooth.
4
Fold the shredded squash into the wet ingredients until well incorporated.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully turn it out onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Information
4.2g
Fat
20g
Carbs
2.7g
Protein
8.3g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Spiced Squash Bread?
It is a moist and flavorful quick bread that combines fresh yellow squash, warm spices, and apricot preserves for a unique taste.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
What type of squash should I use?
You should use 1 3/4 cups of unpeeled, shredded yellow squash.
What is the calorie count for one serving of Zesty Spiced Squash Bread?
Each serving contains approximately 133 calories.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size loaf pan is needed for this recipe?
You will need an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
How long does the bread take to bake?
The bread takes approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes to bake.
Should the yellow squash be peeled before shredding?
No, the squash should be unpeeled when shredded for this recipe.
What spices are included in the recipe?
The recipe uses ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
Is there dairy in this squash bread?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/3 cup of sour cream.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 4.2g of fat.
How much sugar is in each slice?
There are 8.3g of sugar per serving.
What special ingredient adds sweetness and zest to this bread?
Three tablespoons of apricot preserves add a hint of sweetness and unique flavor.
How should I prepare the loaf pan?
Grease and flour the loaf pan before pouring in the batter.
Can I serve this bread for breakfast?
Yes, it is a perfect breakfast treat, snack, or dessert.
How do I know when the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
How should the bread be cooled?
Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
How much protein is in a serving?
Each serving provides 2.7g of protein.
What amount of ground cinnamon is used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
What type of flour is best for this bread?
The recipe specifies 1 3/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What kind of oil should I use?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of vegetable oil.
Should the eggs be beaten before mixing?
Yes, use 2 beaten eggs for the wet mixture.
What are the leavening agents in this recipe?
The bread uses both baking powder (1 1/4 teaspoons) and baking soda (1/2 teaspoon).
How much ground cloves are required?
Only 1/8 teaspoon of ground cloves is needed.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
There are 20g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much ground nutmeg is in the spice mix?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How do I incorporate the squash into the batter?
Fold the shredded squash into the wet ingredients until well incorporated before adding the dry ingredients.
Is there salt in the ingredients list?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the preparation for the ground ginger?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger without any extra preparation.
What is the key to mixing the dry and wet ingredients?
Stir them together gently until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.