quick bread

noun

: bread made with a leavening agent (such as baking powder or baking soda) that permits immediate baking of the dough or batter mixture

Examples of quick bread in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Chicken and various kinds of quick bread — biscuits, corn bread — is a very Southern thing. Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 28 June 2024 Bananas and strawberries provide moisture and sweetness to this quick bread. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 15 June 2024 Sure, that quick bread might be just fine without any topping, but would a schmear of cream cheese, swirl of butter or dollop of jam add a little something special? Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 15 June 2024 Walnut and Cheddar Loaf Make this quick bread as a delightful addition to any soup or stew, or serve it simply with just a pat of butter to appreciate the nutty, savory flavors. Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for quick bread 

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Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of quick bread was in 1882

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“Quick bread.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quick%20bread. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

quick bread

noun
: a bread made with baking powder or baking soda that does not have to be allowed to rise before baking
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