Pawpaw bread –Are you looking for a delightful treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or afternoon tea? Look no further! This delicious Paw Paw Quick Bread is not only eggless, but it’s also incredibly simple to make. Let’s dive into the recipe and get your kitchen filled with fabulous aromas!
Paw Paw Quick Bread
Before we start with the ingredients, here’s a sneak peek of what your masterpiece will look like!
Ingredients
Here’s what you need to create this scrumptious bread:
- 2 cups ripe pawpaw pulp
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s get baking!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ripe pawpaw pulp, sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until well blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- If you’re adding nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve your delicious paw paw bread warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
This Paw Paw Quick Bread is great for breakfast, snacks, or even as a sweet treat to share with family and friends. Get your apron on, and happy baking!
