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Hands folding butternut squash puree into bread batter in mixing bowl during butternut squash bread recipe preparation
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Butternut Squash Bread

This Butternut Squash Bread is soft, moist, and packed with warm fall flavors. A delightful twist on classic pumpkin bread, it’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With a tender crumb and subtle sweetness, it’s a cozy treat for any time of year.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree homemade or canned
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the butternut squash puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Information
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 31mg
  • Sodium: 245mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Total Sugars: 30g
  • Added Sugars: 22g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Vitamin A: 184% DV
  • Vitamin C: 15% DV