Avocado Bread
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8–10 slices
Difficulty: Easy
Introduction
Avocado bread is a delicious, nutrient-packed alternative to traditional banana or zucchini bread. Using ripe avocado adds moisture, creaminess, and healthy fats, making each slice perfectly soft and tender. It’s naturally colorful, with a subtle green hue, and you can add mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for extra texture.
This bread is great for breakfast, snacks, or even a light dessert.
Ingredients
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1 ripe avocado (about ½ cup mashed)
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1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat for a healthier option)
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½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 eggs
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¼ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Optional mix-ins: ½ cup chopped walnuts, chocolate chips, or dried cranberries
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mash the Avocado
In a medium bowl, mash the ripe avocado until smooth with minimal lumps.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
Add the eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract to the mashed avocado. Whisk until fully combined.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Don’t overmix. If using mix-ins, fold them in now.
Step 6: Bake
Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Cool and Serve
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
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Spread with cream cheese or nut butter
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Serve with fresh fruit and yogurt for breakfast
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Toast slices lightly for a warm, crunchy treat
Nutrition Estimate (Per Slice, assuming 10 slices)
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Calories: ~180
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Protein: 4g
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Fat: 8g
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Carbohydrates: 24g
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Fiber: 3g
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Sugar: 12g
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Sodium: 180mg
