Avocado Quick Bread
Posted on August 3, 2026
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This avocado quick bread is a moist, tender, and surprisingly delicious baked good that transforms fresh California avocados into something unexpected and wonderful! Ripe avocados get creamed together with granulated sugar until completely smooth and pale, creating a luxurious base that replaces traditional butter or oil in this quick bread. Avocados bring incredible moisture, richness, and a subtle creaminess that makes this bread incredibly tender without being dense. Eggs add structure and help the bread rise, while vanilla extract brings warmth and familiar comfort. Fresh lemon juice adds brightness and a subtle citrus note that cuts through the richness and prevents the avocado flavor from being overwhelming. Self-rising flour makes this recipe foolproof because the leavening is already built in. The result is a beautiful golden-brown loaf that's incredibly moist, tender, and has a delicate crumb. The avocado flavor is subtle and sophisticated, not overpowering. It tastes like a sophisticated, gourmet quick bread rather than something with avocado in it. This is the kind of bread that keeps people guessing what makes it so moist and delicious. The avocado provides natural moisture that keeps the bread fresh for days, so it's perfect for baking ahead. Slice it plain, toast it with a little butter, serve it with a spread of cream cheese, or even top it with a drizzle of glaze. Every bite is tender, moist, and absolutely delicious. This is a show-stopper bake that tastes elegant but comes together with minimal effort!
This avocado quick bread is moist, tender, and absolutely delicious! Fresh California avocados creamed with sugar create a luxurious base, then combined with eggs, lemon juice, and self-rising flour for a sophisticated quick bread. Better and moister than traditional bread!
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Preparations
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
55-60 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 10 minutes
Cuisine:
American
Course:
Bread, Breakfast
Calories:
220 kcal (approx. per slice)
Servings:
12 slices
Author:
Ronica Rupan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 ripe, fresh California avocados, halved, peeled, and seeded
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups self-rising flour
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing some to overhang the sides for easy removal. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy. - Cream the Avocados and Sugar
In a large bowl, add the ripe California avocado flesh and granulated sugar. Using a hand mixer on medium-high speed, cream together for about 2-3 minutes until completely smooth and pale. This creates an emulsified base that will make the bread incredibly moist. Don't skip this step or use a fork. The mixer is essential for getting the texture right! - Add Eggs, Vanilla, and Lemon
With the mixer still running on medium-high speed, add the room-temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and lemon juice. Mix until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth and well combined. Room-temperature eggs incorporate more easily and create a better emulsion. - Fold in the Flour
Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the self-rising flour into the batter. Fold just until no streaks of flour remain. Don't overmix or the bread will be tough. Overmixing develops gluten, which creates density. Gentle folding keeps the bread tender and light. - Pour into Pan
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula so it bakes evenly. - Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The bread should be golden brown on top. If the top is browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 10-15 minutes. - Cool
Remove the loaf pan from the oven and place it on a wire cooling rack. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then turn it out onto the rack to cool completely before slicing. This prevents the bottom from getting soggy and allows the structure to set. - Slice and Enjoy
Once completely cooled, slice and enjoy! The bread is delicious plain, toasted with butter, or served with cream cheese spread.
Cooking hacks and tips
- Use completely ripe California avocados. The ripeness matters! Ripe avocados cream smoothly and incorporate evenly into the batter. Unripe avocados will be grainy and won't create the same luxurious texture.
- Use room-temperature eggs. Cold eggs won't incorporate as smoothly and can create an uneven batter. Let eggs sit on the counter for 30 minutes before baking, or place them in warm water for 5 minutes.
- Don't overmix the batter. Gentle folding keeps the bread tender. Overmixing develops gluten and makes the bread tough and dense. Mix just until the flour streaks disappear.
- This bread improves with time. The moisture distributes throughout the loaf after a day, making it taste even better. Wrap tightly and let it sit overnight for the best flavor and texture!
- Lemon juice is essential. The lemon juice prevents the avocado flavor from being too strong and adds brightness. Don't skip it. It's the secret ingredient that balances the entire loaf!
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