Quick Breads

I always encourage new bakers to start with quick breads because, not only are they simple to master, they really bring a sense of warmth and nostalgia to the home. There is nothing better on a Sunday morning than pulling a batch of perfectly fluffy blueberry muffins out of the oven.

Quick breads are different from yeast breads in texture and flavor, because they use chemical leavening (baking soda and/or baking powder) instead of yeast to make them rise. They tend to be cakier in texture, and often include more sugar than yeasted bread. Baked goods that fall in the quick bread category include muffins, pancakes, biscuits, scones, soda breads, and batter breads.