If you love a delicious sweet bread, this is the post for you! Keep reading to discover 30 of our favorite sweet breads, perfect for breakfast or any time of day.
What is a Sweet Bread?
Sweet breads are known for their delicious, sweet flavor, which comes from including ingredients like sugar, honey, or syrup. These breads often have a soft and rich texture, and they may include additional ingredients like fruits, nuts, spices, or chocolate to enhance their sweetness and flavor profile. I don’t know about you, but I love adding fruit, fruit, and more fruit!
Oh, and nuts! I love those, too. . .especially pecans.
Sweet breads can vary widely in form and flavor, but for the sake of this post I’m including loaves, muffins, and breakfast breads and cakes—all loaded with sweetness and flavor.
Sweet Breads are Versatile!
My favorite thing about sweet breads is their versatility. They’re great for breakfast, of course. But I also make a lot of these to serve as desserts or even as an afternoon snack. You can eat them whenever you like, but I promise. . .you’re gonna want to eat them often!
Without further ado, here are some of our favorite sweet breads at Out of the Box Baking.
30 Delicious Sweet Bread Recipes
Enjoy 30 of our most popular sweet breads from Out of the Box Baking!
Apple Banana Bread
If you’re in the mood for a really warm, rich bread, packed full of sweetness and fruity flavor, have you come to the right place! This amazing apple banana bread is truly the perfect treat!
Apple Granola Bread (Gluten-Free)
If you’ve got some granola on hand and you’re in the mood for a simply delicious apple bread, you’re going to flip over this recipe! It’s simple and over-the-top delicious!
Apple Pie Coffee Cake
If you love apple pie but you’re in the mood for a delicious coffee cake, one you would be happy to serve at a breakfast gathering or brunch, have I got a great new recipe for you! This “from scratch” cake is light and luscious and covered in a crisp streusel.
Banana Berry Bread with Mayonnaise
If you’re looking for the perfect loaf of banana bread, one rich with berry flavor, this is the recipe for you! There’s a surprise ingredient in this one. . .mayonnaise!
Banana Blueberry Loaf (with Streusel Topping)
If you’ve looking for a terrific recipe to use up those over ripe bananas, I’ve got the perfect one for you! This banana loaf pairs blueberries and bananas and adds a simple streusel topping that’s sure to please!
Banana Blueberry Oat Bread (with Coconut)
If you’re in the mood for a delicious fruity banana bread, have I got a recipe for you! Take those ripe bananas and mix them together with blueberries, oats, and coconut for a luscious bread you’re going to love.
Banana Bread (Gluten-Free)
If you’re looking for a delicious and easy banana bread recipe but you’re unable to have gluten, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you have I make my super simple Gluten-Free Banana Bread from scratch!
Easy Banana Bread Maui
If you’re looking for a Hawaiian banana bread recipe that’s a cut above the rest, have I got a great one for you! Until today I’d never even heard of Maui Banana Bread. Now that I’ve tried it, I can’t wait to share the recipe!
Old-Fashioned Banana Bread (with mayonnaise)
If you’ve been on a search for the best banana bread recipe out there, search no more! This one is absolutely perfect! Best of all, this Old-Fashioned Banana bread recipe is super easy to whip up in a hurry! It’s loaded with flavor. . .and thanks to a secret ingredient (mayonnaise!) it’s moist, flaky, and super tasty!
Classic Banana Bread with Walnuts
If you’re looking for that classic down-home taste of a great banana bread rich with walnuts, you’ve come to the right place. In this post I’m going to give you a great go-to recipe you can whip up when you’re in a hurry.
Healthy Bran Muffins with Peanut Butter
If you’re looking for a tasty muffin that you won’t have to feel guilty about, you’ve come to the right place. These bran muffins start with ground oats and finish with a dash of peanut butter, just enough to add flavor and texture.
Brown Butter Banana Bread
If you love the texture and ease of a traditional banana bread but also love the warm, nutty flavor of brown butter, have I got a treat for you! This simple recipe adds rich spices and luscious browned butter for a unique twist on an old favorite.
Quick and Easy Butter Pecan Loaf
If you love a rich, buttery quick bread, coupled with pecans and a hint of coconut, this is the recipe for you! This short & sweet recipe comes together in no time and starts with a fun ingredient—coconut pecan frosting (baked into the mix).
Easy Cake Mix Banana Bread
If you love a delicious and easy banana bread recipe that’s both simple and tasty, this is the post for you!
Caramel Pecan Banana Bread
If you love a delicious banana bread but need one that comes together in a jiffy, have I got the perfect recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make a simple but delicious caramel pecan banana bread that starts with a box of cake mix.
Chocolate Banana Bread (Doctored Brownie Mix)
If you’re in the mood for chocolate and you’ve got some overripe bananas on hand, this is the perfect recipe for you! You can merge those two tasty items into one delectable Chocolate Banana Bread!
Chocolate Coffee Cake from Scratch
If you love a rich chocolate cake with a hint of coffee flavor, this is the recipe for you! This is a simple recipe, perfect for a quick brunch or even as a dessert.
Cinnamon Bread
If you love a really soft sliceable bread, rich with cinnamon and sugar flavor, you’ve come to the right place! In this post I’m going to show you how to make my very favorite Homemade Cinnamon Bread.
Cinnamon Roll Casserole
This recipe is so simple, you will almost feel like you’re cheating! It starts with two cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls but it definitely doesn’t end there!
Easy Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake
If you love the combination of cinnamon and sugar and you happen to love streusel topping with crunchy toasted pecans, then I’ve got the perfect recipe for you. This Easy Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake is perfect for breakfast. . .or any time of day!
Cranberry Banana Bread (Cranberry Banana Loaf)
If you’re looking for a rich, moist loaf of banana bread with the tartness of cranberries have I got a treat for you! This recipe is simple to make, loaded with texture and flavor, and made with a secret ingredient. . .mayonnaise!
Easy Cranberry Breakfast Cake
If you love a luscious coffee cake but also love the luscious twang of cranberries, this is the recipe for you! This easy breakfast cake comes together so easily and best of all, it’s from scratch!
Cranberry Sourdough Coffee Cake
If you happen to have sourdough starter on hand, you’re going to want to whip up this simple but delicious cake, which is loosely based on an Amish Friendship Bread. It’s packed full of delicious ingredients and so easy to make!
Maple Walnut Coffee Cake from Scratch
If you’re in the mood for a delicious coffee cake rich with maple and walnut flavors, this is the recipe for you! This simple coffee cake is loaded with flavor, easy to serve, and simple to make.
Monkey Bread with Canned Biscuits
If you love a good cinnamon roll, one that’s gooey and sticky but light and fluffy at the same time. . .you’re definitely in the right place. This Monkey Bread recipe is rich with brown sugar and cinnamon and will leave you swooning! Best of all, it starts with canned biscuits. Talk about simple!
Nutella Pull-Apart Bread (from Canned Biscuits)
If you’re looking for a simple and delicious pull-apart bread loaded with a rich hazelnut flavor and coated in churro-like cinnamon and sugar, this is the post for you! You’re going to flip over this simple recipe. . .and it starts with canned biscuits!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
If you love the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate together in one luscious dessert, do I have a treat for you! This simple banana bread incorporates both of those wonderful treats. It’s like a Reese’s in banana bread form!
Homemade Pumpkin Bread (from scratch)
It’s fall here in the south and everyone is adding pumpkin to their favorite cakes, pies, and cookies. My friend stopped by today and taught me how to make her family’s favorite pumpkin bread. . .from scratch!
Starter Discard Banana Bread
If you’ve got some leftover sourdough starter and need a way to use it, then this recipe is perfect for you. This is a delicious and simple banana bread that calls for 8 ounces of unfed starter.
Strawberry Banana Bread (with Coconut)
Every now and again it’s fun to mix things up. This recipe takes a traditional banana bread load and gives it tropical flair. With the addition of fresh strawberries, shredded coconut, and cream of coconut, you’ll feel like you’re on a desert island! Best of all, it’s easy-breezy to make!