Best 3 Easy Mini Bread Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful baking journey with our enticing collection of mini bread loaf recipes. Perfect for those seeking a delightful treat or a thoughtful homemade gift, these miniature loaves offer a burst of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic favorites like the aromatic Rosemary Olive Oil Bread and the comforting Banana Nut Bread to unique creations such as the tangy Lemon Blueberry Bread and the hearty Cheddar Cheese Bread, our recipes cater to every palate. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure success, even for novice bakers. So, preheat your oven and embark on a delicious adventure as you explore the diverse flavors and aromas of our mini bread loaf recipes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MINI WHITE BREADS



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These small, perfectly portioned loaves have a wonderful flavor and texture.-Nila Towler, Baird, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 loaves (4 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons butter, melted
Additional melted butter

Steps:

  • Combine yeast, sugar and water in a large bowl. Add 11/2 cups of flour, salt, milk and butter. Mix for 3 minutes on medium speed. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Punch dough down; shape into loaves. Place in two greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes., Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Brush tops with melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

60-MINUTE MINI BREADS



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When I was 11 years old, I entered this bread at our county fair. It beat out more than 90 food entries to win Junior Grand Champion and Best of Show! Sometimes I make one large loaf instead of two mini loaves.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 mini loaves (4 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast. In a saucepan, heat the water, milk and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup flour; beat 2 minutes longer. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Do not let rise. Divide in half. Roll each portion into an 8-in. x 5-in. rectangle. , Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seam to seal. Place, seam side down, in two greased 5-in. x 3-in. x 2-in. loaf pans. Fill a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with 1 in. of hot water. Set loaf pans in water. , Cover and let rise for 15 minutes. Remove loaf pans from the water bath. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

MINI BANANA BREADS



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Who doesn't love banana bread? This one's mini-sized for simple gift giving.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 80

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (3 to 4 medium)
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped nuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms only of 10 (4 1/2x2 1/2x1 1/2-inch) mini loaf pans with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix sugar and butter with spoon. Stir in eggs until well blended. Add bananas, buttermilk and vanilla; beat until smooth. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt just until moistened. Stir in nuts. Divide batter evenly among pans, filling each with about 1/2 cup batter.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 2 hours. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before creaming it with the sugar.
  • Gradually add the eggs to the batter, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Don't overmix the batter, or the bread will be tough.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake the loaves in a preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These easy mini bread loaves are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also perfect for packing in lunches or taking on picnics. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a batch of fresh, homemade bread that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bread recipe, give these mini loaves a try!

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