Butternut Squash Quick Bread Recipe

This unbelievably moist and flavorful Butternut Squash Quick Bread is a game-changer! Forget everything you think you know about squash bread – this recipe, passed down from my mom, is richer, more aromatic, and infinitely better than pumpkin bread. Perfect for fall and the holidays, it's guaranteed to become a family favorite. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 279.7 kcal

Protein 6g

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Ingredients for Butternut Squash Quick Bread

Sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
2 teaspoons baking soda
Flour
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
Water
Butternut Squash
Raisins

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How to Make Butternut Squash Quick Bread

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup granulated sugar.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree (or homemade butternut squash puree), 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

115g

Fat

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Butternut Squash Quick Bread?

Butternut Squash Quick Bread takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Butternut Squash Quick Bread?

Butternut Squash Quick Bread has approximately 279.7 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Butternut Squash Quick Bread?

The key ingredients for Butternut Squash Quick Bread are Sugar, Salt, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Baking Soda, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.