Sweet breads – there’s nothing quite like them to satisfy your morning cravings. And when you use a bread machine, the process becomes even more effortless and enjoyable. In this article, we’ll be exploring 20 delicious sweet bread machine recipes that are easy to make and sure to please any crowd. From classic cinnamon swirl to decadent chocolate chip and fruity banana nut, there’s something for everyone in this collection of scrumptious treats.
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just looking for a quick breakfast idea, these recipes are perfect for anyone who loves the sweet and comforting taste of freshly baked bread. So go ahead, get your bread machine ready, and let’s dive into the world of sweet breads!
Cinnamon Swirl Sweet Bread
Begin your day with a delicious and aromatic sweet bread, perfect for breakfast or as a snack. This cinnamon swirl sweet bread is easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
– 1 cup warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
– 1 large egg
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar (see note)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together yeast and warm milk. Let sit for 5 minutes.
4. Add egg, melted butter, and yeast mixture to dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar evenly over the dough.
6. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the long sides. Cut into 12 equal pieces.
7. Place the pieces in the prepared loaf pan, leaving some space between each piece.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Lemon Glazed Sweet Bread
Lemon Glazed Sweet Bread Recipe
Brighten up your breakfast or brunch with this moist and flavorful sweet bread infused with the warmth of lemon glaze.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
8. While still warm, drizzle with lemon glaze (1 cup powdered sugar mixed with 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice).
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Chocolate Chip Sweet Bread
Sweet Treat Alert!
Get ready to sink your teeth into a scrumptious Chocolate Chip Sweet Bread that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in chocolate chips.
7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Enjoy your moist and delicious Chocolate Chip Sweet Bread!
Banana Nut Sweet Bread
This sweet bread recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the crunch of chopped nuts, perfect for a breakfast treat or afternoon snack. With its soft and fluffy texture, this banana nut sweet bread is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
– 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (or your preferred nuts)
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 large egg
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add mashed bananas, chopped nuts, and softened butter. Mix until just combined.
4. Beat in the egg until smooth.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Pumpkin Spice Sweet Bread
Pumpkin Spice Sweet Bread Recipe
As the seasons change and autumn arrives, warm up with a sweet bread infused with the comforting flavors of pumpkin spice.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
– 1/2 cup milk
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 egg, beaten
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Add pumpkin puree, milk, melted butter, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mix until smooth.
4. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to a plate.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Orange Cranberry Sweet Bread
This sweet bread combines the brightness of orange zest with the tartness of cranberries, creating a unique and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons orange zest
– 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
– Confectioners’ sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine sugar, butter, eggs, orange zest, and juice. Stir until smooth.
4. Add cranberries to the wet ingredients and stir until well combined.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to a plate.
Cooking Time: 55-60 minutes
Maple Pecan Sweet Bread
This sweet bread is a perfect blend of fall flavors, with the warmth of maple syrup and the crunch of pecans. Moist and flavorful, it’s a great breakfast or brunch option.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– Confectioners’ sugar (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, egg, and maple syrup. Whisk until smooth.
4. Add the flour mixture and chopped pecans to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving plate.
Cooking Time: 55-60 minutes
Blueberry Cream Cheese Sweet Bread
A sweet and savory bread filled with the sweetness of blueberries and the tanginess of cream cheese, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 large egg
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
3. Add softened butter and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Beat in egg and heavy cream until smooth.
5. Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Spread with cream cheese mixture and top with blueberries.
6. Roll up tightly and place in prepared loaf pan, seam-side down.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Apple Cinnamon Sweet Bread
Warm up your kitchen with this sweet and savory Apple Cinnamon Sweet Bread recipe, perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon snack.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 cup chopped fresh apples (such as Granny Smith or Fuji)
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– Confectioners’ sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in egg and mix until well combined.
5. Add chopped apples, cinnamon, and flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving plate.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Almond Poppy Seed Sweet Bread
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with this moist and flavorful sweet bread infused with the subtle nuttiness of almonds and the crunch of poppy seeds.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon almond extract
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup sliced almonds
– 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder in a medium bowl.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs, and almond extract.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; stir until just combined.
5. Fold in sliced almonds and poppy seeds.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Carrot Cake Sweet Bread
Start your day with a delicious twist on traditional sweet bread, infused with the warmth of carrot cake flavors.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup grated carrots
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add softened butter and mix until crumbly.
4. Stir in grated carrots, chopped walnuts (if using), eggs, and vanilla extract.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 50-60 minutes
Strawberry Vanilla Sweet Bread
This sweet bread is a perfect treat for springtime, filled with fresh strawberries and a hint of vanilla. Moist and flavorful, it’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– Confectioners’ sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in sliced strawberries.
7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9. Let cool on wire rack before dusting with confectioners’ sugar (if desired).
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Coconut Pineapple Sweet Bread
This sweet bread is a tropical getaway in every bite, featuring the creamy richness of coconut and the sweetness of pineapple.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
– 1/2 cup pineapple juice
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and unsweetened coconut.
3. In a large bowl, combine pineapple juice, melted butter, egg, and baking powder. Stir until smooth.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Raisin Walnut Sweet Bread
This sweet bread recipe combines the natural sweetness of raisins and walnuts with a hint of spice, making it a perfect treat for any time of day. Moist and flavorful, this bread is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
– 1/2 cup golden raisins
– 1 large egg
– 1/2 cup milk
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, walnuts, and raisins.
4. Add the egg, milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 55-60 minutes
Peanut Butter Chocolate Sweet Bread
This sweet bread combines the richness of peanut butter and chocolate, perfect for a treat or breakfast on-the-go.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 large egg
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3. In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, chocolate chips, milk, egg, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients; mix until just combined.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Cherry Almond Sweet Bread
Experience the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this delightful cherry almond sweet bread recipe. Moist and flavorful, it’s a treat for any time of day.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup warm milk (105°F to 115°F)
– 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
– 3 tablespoons sugar
– 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
– 1 cup pitted cherries, chopped
– 1/2 cup sliced almonds
– Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Stir until dissolved.
3. Add sugar, flour, and salt. Mix until smooth.
4. Add melted butter, egg, cherries, and almonds. Fold until just combined.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. Smooth top.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to a plate.
Cooking Time: 50-60 minutes
Gingerbread Sweet Bread
This sweet bread recipe combines the comforting warmth of gingerbread with the softness of a traditional sweet bread, perfect for a cozy morning or afternoon treat. With the aromatic spices of ginger and cinnamon, this delicious bread is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 large egg
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in milk and egg.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Raspberry Lemon Sweet Bread
Brighten up your day with this sweet and tangy bread, infused with the flavors of fresh raspberries and lemon zest.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh raspberries, chopped
– 1 tablespoon lemon zest
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in chopped raspberries and lemon zest.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Double Chocolate Sweet Bread
Moist and rich, this Double Chocolate Sweet Bread is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with dark chocolate chunks and topped with a velvety chocolate glaze, this indulgent treat is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup dark chocolate chunks (at least 60% cocoa)
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in dark chocolate chunks.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely before drizzling with chocolate glaze (recipe not included).
Cooking Time: 50-60 minutes
Oatmeal Honey Sweet Bread
This sweet bread recipe combines the natural goodness of oatmeal with the sweetness of honey, creating a deliciously moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this bread is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
– 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
– 3 tablespoons honey
– 1/4 cup warm water
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, yeast, and honey.
2. Add warm water and stir until mixture forms a thick batter.
3. Add melted butter, egg, flour, and salt. Mix until smooth.
4. Knead dough for 5-7 minutes until elastic.
5. Place in greased loaf pan and let rise in warm place for 45 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Summary
Get ready to indulge in sweet bread heaven with these 20 mouthwatering recipes! From classic flavors like cinnamon swirl and chocolate chip, to fruity twists like orange cranberry and strawberry vanilla, there’s something for everyone. These easy-to-make sweet bread machine recipes are perfect for a weekend treat or as a thoughtful gift. With a range of flavors and ingredients, you’ll find inspiration for any time of year. From pumpkin spice in the fall to coconut pineapple in the summer, these sweet treats will satisfy your cravings and impress your friends and family.
