What is the secret to super soft bread?

Instant milk powder makes bread dough super soft and fluffy and also helps to give it a good rise. It also contributes to the dough staying nice and soft after baking for a little longer than a recipe that does not use milk powder.

What is the difference between quick bread and sweet bread?

"Quick bread" is a term used to describe any and all breads that are made without yeast as a leavening agent. They are leavened chemically, usually with baking powder or baking soda, and can be with sweet or savory. Technically, most sweet breads (section 8) are also quick breads.

What do bakeries put in bread to keep it soft?

By using emulsifiers, we keep the bread softer and more enjoyable to eat, even after it has been stored for some time.

How can I make my bread lighter and fluffy?

Add Sugar Adding sugar weakens the gluten structure, absorbs water, and eventually makes the bread lighter and softer. As a result, sugar improves the bread's taste, structure and texture. Yeast also eats up sugar to produce carbon dioxide, which raises the dough and makes bread fluffy.

What are the 7 ingredients in quick bread?

The possibilities are endless, but the common factor is the basic ingredients of fat, sugar, eggs, flour, liquid, leavening agent, and a flavoring ingredient. The flavoring might be a fruit or vegetable, a liquid such as buttermilk or fruit juice, an extract, herbs, or spices.

What's the purpose of an egg in a quick bread?

If your recipe has a lot of gluten formation, you may want to soften the texture by adding an egg, or one whole egg plus an extra egg yolk. If you are making a quick bread, the protein in an egg can add necessary structure. Another way to use eggs for dramatic effect is to use an egg wash on top of your loaf.

What are two tips to successfully making quick breads?

6 Tips for Successful Quick Bread Tip 1: Follow the Recipe Closely. ... Tip 2: Don't Overmix the Batter. ... Tip 3: Use Room Temperature Ingredients. ... Tip 4: Preheat Your Oven. ... Tip 5: Don't overbake the bread. ... Tip 6: Let the bread cool before slicing. Feb 20, 2024

What makes bread soft and tender?

Usually it's gluten (a product of the protein in flour) that determines bread's texture. Bread where gluten plays a prominent role will be chewier. When the gluten level is lower, or when gluten is tamed by the addition of “softeners” like milk, butter, eggs, or oil, the bread will be more tender.

Which makes bread spongy and soft?

Final answer: Baking soda is used to make bread soft and spongy. Q. Baking soda is used in small amount in making bread and cake. It helps to make these soft and spongy.

How do you make bakery bread soft?

Wrap the bread in a damp (not soaking) towel, place on a baking sheet, and pop it in the oven for 5-10 minutes. In the microwave: Wrap the bread in a damp (not soaking) towel, place it on a microwave-safe dish, and microwave on high for 10 seconds.

Why is my bread so hard after baking?

Baking quick breads at too high temperatures can cause a hard outside crust. Most quick breads bake in a moderate oven (350°F to 375°F). Double check your recipe to see the temperature they recommend. Oven thermostats can vary over time, requiring adjustments by the baker or calibration by a professional.

Cardamom Quick Bread (Tasty Easy Recipe) - Heavenly Home Cooking (2024)

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Our cardamom quick bread has a sweet and unique flavor that is sure to brighten your morning. It is moist and studded with flecks of cardamom and ground cloves. Serve it with softened butter and a drizzle of honey for a sweet and delicious start to your day!

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I love a good quick bread or muffin for breakfast. Nothing beats it. They're such great make ahead options and they freeze very well. My goal with this post is to share something unique, and I think I have done that with this delicious cardamom quick bread recipe. It's certainly a hit at my house!

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🧾 Ingredients

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2⅓ cups white all-purpose flour.
1 teaspoon ground cardamom.
1 teaspoon ground cloves. Do you want to transform this recipe into a delicious cinnamon cardamom bread? Simply swap the cloves with ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon instead. Yum!
1 teaspoon baking soda. Leavening agent. Baking soda works with the buttermilk to cause the bread to rise.
2 large eggs. Binding agent. Holds the batter together. To make an eggless version, you can substitute a couple of tablespoons of flaxseed meal, ¼ cup silken tofu or almond butter. Please refer to this chart for guidance on egg substitutions in baked goods.
1 cup white granulated sugar. Adds sweetness. For a no sugar option, substitute one cup of Swerve sugar replacement.
½ cup safflower oil. Or another vegetable oil like canola oil. Liquified coconut oil will work as well.
1 cup buttermilk. If you do not have buttermilk, you can substitute a cup of regular milk and add a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar. You can also substitute one cup of plain yogurt for the buttermilk.
¼ teaspoon salt. Enhances flavor.

📔 Instructions

Step 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Grease and flour a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan or spray with baking spray. Set aside.

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Remove the loaf from the oven and cool on a wire rack. After about 30 minutes remove the loaf from the pan and allow to cool completely on the wire rack before cutting into 9 slices.

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🍞 Variations

Cinnamon cardamom bread. Replace the ground cloves with ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Orange cardamom bread. Stir 1 tablespoon of fresh orange zest into dry ingredients.
Cardamom raisin bread. Stir ½ cup raisins into dry ingredients.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this bread considered a "quick bread"?

This bread is a quick bread because it can baked immediately after mixing the batter. Its leavening agent (the ingredient that causes it to rise), in this case baking soda, does not require the proofing (time required for the dough to rest and ferment before baking) that a yeast dough requires.

How do I store this bread?

Wrap it tightly in aluminum foil. It will keep in your pantry for 1-2 days, in your refrigerator for up to a week and in your freezer for up to 3 months. Please see the frequently asked questions in our post for maple syrup bread for more detailed information about how to store a homemade quick bread.

What does salt do in quick bread?

The salt enhances the other flavors going on in this quick bread - in this case cardamom and cloves. If you do not include it, this bread will end up tasting bland.

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