Cantaloupe Bread

Infused with the natural sweetness of ripe cantaloupe, this moist and aromatic Cantaloupe Bread is a delightful twist on classic quick bread recipes. Perfect for summer, this recipe blends pureed cantaloupe with cozy hints of cinnamon and brown sugar, creating a perfectly spiced loaf that is tender and flavorful. Whether you choose to add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch, this bread bakes to golden perfection in just an hour. It’s a wonderful way to use up seasonal cantaloupe, making it an ideal option for breakfast, coffee breaks, or dessert. Easy to prepare with simple pantry staples, this unique cantaloupe bread is bound to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups cantaloupe, pureed
• 0.5 cup walnuts or pecans (optional), chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the pureed cantaloupe to the wet mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing.

Step 6

If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1237.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4016.3

Total Fat 206.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.8g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3125.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 523.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 326.5g
Protein 49.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 287.6mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1847.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 50.5%