If you're looking for a master list of bread recipes, covering everything from sweet to savory, keep reading! I'm excited to share some of my personal favorites in this post.
Bread. . .the Universal Comfort Food
Bread is a universal comfort food that transcends cultures and cuisines.
I'm crazy about all sorts of breads but I'm partial to artisan loaves and French bread. Yum. Any why not? Bread makes everything better.
From soft, fluffy rolls to crusty artisan loaves, to my delicious homemade sourdough, bread serves as the perfect base for meals.
You can dunk bread into a bowl of soup, eat it with salad, or have it as a snack. The warm, homemade aroma of baked bread evokes feelings of nostalgia, making it a staple at family gatherings and celebrations. (Can you imagine showing up at a family dinner without bread? I didn't think so!)
You get the point. I love bread. And I have a feeling you do too. Otherwise you probably wouldn't be perusing this list!
So, what types of breads will I cover in this post? Let's break it down:
Quick Breads
Quick breads are a type of baked good that doesn’t require yeast. Instead, quick breads rely on baking soda, baking powder, or both as leavening agents. When you skip the yeast you can also skip the rising time. In other words, quick breads are, well, quick. These bread don't require kneading, which makes them doubly quick. Quick breads can be sweet, like banana bread, pumpkin bread, and muffins, or savory, such as cornbread, soda bread, and herb bread. We've got quite a list, as you will see!
Proofed Breads
"Proofed" breads require yeast or sourdough starter as the leavening agent, as opposed to baking soda or powder. Yeast (or starter) causes the sugars in the dough to produce carbon dioxide, which allows the bread to rise and develop its airy texture and rich flavor. This is called fermentation and it takes place during the "proofing" phase, which can take several hours.
(Patience, friend! It's worth the wait!)
Unlike quick breads, yeasted breads require kneading to build gluten and time for proofing, which makes the process longer. But trust me when I say it's so rewarding! Common types of proofed breads include white bread, whole wheat, sourdough, brioche, and pizza dough.
Basic ingredients are flour, yeast, water or milk, salt, and optional sweeteners or fats. The process involves mixing, kneading, rising, shaping, proofing, and baking to create delicious, versatile breads.
Proofed breads can be savory or sweet, and in our list below you'll find both.
Store-Bought Doughs
Whether we're talking canned biscuits, crescent rolls, or other types of store-bought doughs, these simple "cheats" can bake up lovely items like Monkey Bread, Pull-Apart Bread, and so much more!
So, what are we waiting for? Let's look at some delicious bread recipes.
Bread Recipes Master List
Check out our master list of recipes, both sweet and savory, yeasted and quick. There's plenty to bake here!
Quick Breads
Enjoy these sweet quick bread recipes, made with baking powder or baking soda. These are simple, delicious, and super quick.
Simple 2-Ingredient Biscuits
This is my go-to biscuit recipe, not just because it's so easy, but these biscuits are over-the-top delicious! They start with self-rising flour and a surprising ingredient: heavy whipping cream. (Yum!)
Homemade Butter Biscuits from Scratch
If you want a light, fluffy biscuit loaded with buttery flavor, this is the recipe for you! I’m going to show you how to make delicious homemade butter biscuits from scratch.
Light and Fluffy Biscuits (with Mayonnaise)
If you’re looking for a super easy, tender biscuit recipe, you’ve come to the right place. These mayonnaise-based biscuits are flaky, tasty, and so, so easy to make! Best of all, you’ve probably got everything you need in your pantry and refrigerator right now.
Easy Baking Powder Biscuits
Enjoy this recipe for a simple but delicious baking powder biscuit from scratch!
Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits (without Bisquick)
You love those buttery, hot, cheesy biscuits at Red Lobster and you're wishing you could make some at home. But most of the Cheddar Bay Biscuit recipes call for Bisquick mix, and you don't happen to have any on hand. No problem! In this quick tutorial we're going to whip up a batch using an ingredient you probably do have in your refrigerator. . .mayonnaise!
Easy Fry Bread Recipe
Today I'm going to share a delicious recipe for Easy Fry Bread. This recipe is so versatile and can be used to create many favorites--like beignets, donuts, fried bread, or even churros. Talk about the perfect sweet treat! And guess what? These tiny crisp pieces of bread can be used as a base for savory dishes, as well!
Quick and Easy Sopapillas
If you’re looking for a sopapilla recipe that’s simple and fast, have I got a treat for you! These tasty treats come together in minutes and taste even better than the ones you get in a restaurant!
Fluffy Pancakes from Scratch
If you're in a hurry but want a delicious pancake recipe, this is the post for you!
Easy Pumpkin Banana Bread: Perfect for Fall!
Talk about the perfect blend of fall flavors! This delicious sweet bread is perfect for the autumn season. It combines sweet, ripe bananas with the delicious spice of pumpkin!
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!
Simple 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!
Easy Sour Cream Banana Bread: Moist and Delicious
If you’re crazy about banana bread but you love the tartness of sour cream, you’re going to love this new sour cream banana bread recipe. It’s simple, delicious, and packed full of texture and flavor!
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.
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!
Gluten Free Apple Granola Bread
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!
Simple Gluten Free Banana Bread
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!
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.
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.
Chunky Peanut Butter Banana Bread
If you love the flavors of peanut butter and bananas, but you also love the crunch of dry roasted peanuts, have I got a treat for you! This delicious Chunky Peanut Butter Banana Bread is all of your favorite flavors and textures in one easy recipe.
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!
Luscious 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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
Southern Cornbread with Whipping Cream
In this post I'm going to show you how to doctor an instant cornbread mix to make it moist and flavorful using a simple ingredient. . .heavy whipping cream.
Best Doctored Cornbread Mix (with Mayonnaise)
Whether you like your cornbread plain or sweet, in muffin form or baked in a square pan, you've come to the right place. This doctored cornbread mix is super easy and so incredibly tasty. And, thanks to the addition of a very special ingredient (full fat mayonnaise) it's rich and decadent.
"Proofed" Breads (Made with Yeast or Starter)
Now let's switch gears and look at several "proofed" bread recipes. Some start with yeast, others with sourdough starter. You'll love these!
Easy Challah Bread from Scratch
In this post I'm going to share a delicious recipe for Challah bread, one you will use again and again! Best of all, it's an easy recipe to use, even if you've never made bread before.
Rustic Artisan Bread (with Ranch Dressing)
If you’re in the mood for an easy artisan bread, one you could make at home that’s loaded with flavor and texture, then stay tuned! This recipe is sure to make you very, very happy!
Easy Multigrain Seed and Nut Bread
If you love nutty seed breads, have I got a treat for you! This simple bread recipe is loaded with the seeds and nuts of your choice. It’s packed full of nutrients and super easy to make!
Dave's Killer Bread Recipe (Copycat)
If you’re looking for a healthier way to enjoy that sandwich or soup, I’ve got a homemade bread recipe that will blow you away! This is a knock-off of Dave's Killer Bread, a delicious and nutritious option for those wanting to get and stay healthy.
Easy Italian Herb Bread from Scratch
If you’re looking for an amazing bread filled with Italian flavor, this is the recipe for you. This simple Italian herb bread is easy to whip up and has an added bonus ingredient: parmesan cheese!
Rustic Wheat Bread
If you’re looking for a simple what bread with an artisan feel, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to bake up a loaf you’ll be proud to serve.
Classic Wheat Bread from Scratch
If you're looking for a delicious wheat bread, perfect for sandwiches, toast, or slathered in melted butter, this is it! This Classic Wheat Bread Recipe is simple to make and so much better than anything you could buy in the store!
Easy Cranberry Pistachio Bread
If you love a rich artisan bread loaded with texture and flavor, this cranberry pistachio bread will hit the spot!
Tangzhong Milk Bread
If you're looking for a bread recipe that's light, fluffy, and loaded with flavor, you've come to the right place. This milk bread recipe is incredible versatile--perfect for loaves, rolls, and even cinnamon rolls! Best of all, it comes together easily and is almost foolproof.
World’s Easiest Sourdough Starter
Ready to try out sourdough bread? You'll need a great starter recipe. I've shared my super-simple starter recipe in this post. Trust me, if I can do it. . .anyone can!
Easy Homemade Sourdough Bread (No-Fail Recipe!)
Here it is, friends: the world's most delicous (and simplest) sourdough bread recipe. I was blessed to receive this recipe from a friend and it has worked like a charm every time I've made it.
Quick Sourdough Dinner Rolls (Yeasted Sourdough)
If you love a light, fluffy dinner roll, this sourdough hybrid is going to make your heart so happy! It's a yeasted sourdough, which means it can be made and baked on the same day. No overnight proofing required!
Easy Gluten Free Sandwich Bread
If you’re gluten free but love bread, this is the post for you. In this post I’m going to show you how to make a simple gluten-free sandwich bread, perfect for every meal.
Light and Fluffy Yeast Rolls
A lot of recipes promise a light a fluffy yeast roll but simply don't deliver. (Ask me how I know.) This recipe, a simple milk bread recipe, produces perfect rolls!
Soft Butter Rolls from Scratch
They're light, fluffy, and have a buttery flavor. These soft butter rolls are the perfect dinner roll and so easy to make!
Flaky Crescent Rolls from Scratch
If you love light, fluffy crescent rolls that are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, you’ve come to the right place! These luscious rolls and so delicious and simple to make.
Bavarian Pretzels from Scratch
If you love those delicious soft pretzels, hot from the oven, you're going to adore this simple recipe! These pretzels are perfect--sweet or savory!
Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
If you've been on the prowl for a great cinnamon roll recipe, one that's light and fluffy but loaded with rich cinnamon sugar flavor, have I got a treat for you! This recipe is absolutely mouth-watering. Best of all, it's easy and quick!
Homemade 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.
Easy Honeycomb Buns (Roti Sarang Lebah)
If a pull apart bun and a cinnamon roll had a child, this would be it! This light fluffy bun is loaded with caramel flavor from the topping. Best of all, it’s easy to make!
Baking with Store-Bought Doughs
In this section I'm happy to share some recipes you can whip up with a simple can of biscuits or crescent rolls. (Yum!)
Easy Cinnamon Rolls from Canned Biscuits
Talk about an easy breakfast treat! These cinnamon rolls taste just like the homemade ones you might slave hours over. But they come together in (literally) minutes. Best of all, no one will know you didn't make them from scratch! (No yeast dough necessary, y'all!)
Easy Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
If you're looking for a quick breakfast treat or dessert and you love the taste of cinnamon, have I got an easy recipe for you! This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread comes together in minutes and only requires a handful of simple ingredients!
Delicious Cinnamon Sugar Knots
If you love cinnamon, sugar, and buttery biscuits, have I got a treat for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make this simple but delicious recipe!
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!
Simple Garlic Knots
In this post I’m going to show you how to make these simple garlic knots. They’re loaded with flavor, simple to make, and start with a can of biscuits. Easy breezy!
Easy Bananas Foster Cinnamon Rolls (made with crescent rolls)
This luscious, gooey cinnamon roll has a warm, nutty bananas foster taste and feel. And best of all. . .it's made with crescent rolls! It comes together so quickly and easily!
That’s it for this post, friends! I hope you enjoyed this delicious recipe.
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About the Author
Janice Thompson is an author, baker, and all-around mischief maker! She has overcome a host of baking catastrophes, including a toppled wedding cake, to learn more about the baking process. Janice has published over 165 books for the Christian market but particularly enjoys writing recipes and baking devotions. To learn more about Janice or to drop her a note, visit her About the Author page.