Description
A refreshing and unique summer treat, these Watermelon Bread Snack Loaves combine the sweetness of watermelon with the comforting texture of bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups watermelon puree
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two small loaf pans.
- In a large bowl, mix the watermelon puree, sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the vanilla extract and walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more intense watermelon flavor, use fresh watermelon puree.
- These loaves can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Watermelon Bread, Summer Snack, Loaves, Baking, Dessert