Want a Ready-Made Breakfast All Week? Make One of These Quick Breads This Weekend

There's something deeply comforting about having a loaf of quick bread in the house. You know: a golden, toasty banana bread, or a rich, cakey chocolate bread. They're easy to bake and all you have to do is grab a slice and maybe pop it in the toaster oven, then dab it with a pat of butter and you've got a ready-made breakfast, a tasty snack, or a light dessert that pairs perfectly with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

But quick breads can be made out of so much more than just bananas or summer squash. And they run the gamut from after-dinner sweet to pair-it-with-dinner savory. You can toss in all kinds of flavors, like spinach and feta, Cheddar and bacon, chocolate chips, or even apples and rosemary. That's why we rounded up nearly two dozen of our very favorite quick breads. All of these can be made in a jiffy—and many come together in a single mixing bowl. Because they don't need the lengthy rising times that a standard loaf of bread requires, you can make the whole thing on a lazy Sunday afternoon. In fact, that's exactly what we recommend doing. Mix up one of these loaves this weekend, and give yourself a breakfast break all the following week. Whether you prefer sweet treats in the morning, or something more savory, any single one of these quick breads will make an ideal, extra-fast morning break from your usual routine. It's an easy way to treat future-you to something special all week long.

Zucchini bread may have originated as a way to keep that overabundant garden staple from going bad, but it's also just pure goodness. You can spice your bread with plain old cinnamon but if you have some on hand, use apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice instead. It deepens the flavor and adds a welcome complexity.

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You've had banana bread before, but the salted peanut streusel on top of this one takes it to the next level. Share it with friends and they'll be begging for the recipe.

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More in the mood for a savory breakfast-type treat? Bake this, and the smell will have the whole family gathered in the kitchen.

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This healthier take on a quick loaf is a great way to use frozen spinach and tastes just like the classic diner omelet.

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For an extra treat, try this savory bread topped with a bit of spicy tomato jam.

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This herby quick bread is more cake than bread. It's ideal with a dollop of freshly whipped cream for a light dessert.

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Chocoholics look out: Eating this one for breakfast could get dangerous!

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Know any carrot cake lovers? Make this bread in mini pans and it's perfect for gifting. Or make it in one large pan for yourself.

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A bit of Greek yogurt gives this ooey bread some lightness, but it's the roasted banana halves and the giant chunks of chocolate, of course, that make it completely irresistible.

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A heart shaped cookie cutter is a cute way to turn this traditional Irish bread into a super-cute treat!

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You can add practically any fruit to a classic quick bread dough, but the combo of Granny Smith apples and dried plums is especially tasty.

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The whole wheat flour in this recipe makes the loaf just a little healthier.

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This is especially delicious in the fall, but honestly the tangy cranberries and sweet toasted almonds are a good match any time of year.

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Make this classic muffin flavor into a yummy, sliceable, toastable breakfast treat.

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This cakey treat tastes super decadent—but it's actually low in fat, and high in protein. It's a win-win!

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These sweet treats are great, easy-to-make holiday gifts. Be sure to make an extra for yourself!

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Ready to take the banana bread up a notch? Rich, dark brown sugar adds a ton of caramel notes.

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Applesauce gives this under-an-hour quick bread plenty of flavor, and also keeps the loaf from drying out.

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Another extra-smart take on a standard. The sweet flavor of roasted pistachios pairs beautifully with the banana.

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Use sprigs of fresh rosemary (grow your own!) to turn a basic apple bread loaf into a culinary delight!

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Chances are you've got carrots in your fridge, and the rest of the ingredients in this easy, delicious bread, sitting in your pantry. You could make it tonight.

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One of the best ways to keep banana bread moist and rich? A layer of cream cheese. NOM.

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