If you're looking for a unique and delicious recipe, watermelon bread is a great choice. This fruit bread is sweet, moist and full of flavor. Below is a complete step-by-step guide to making watermelon bread.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup watermelon (seedless and blended)
- 1 and 1/2 cups of sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups of wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Step by step:
1. Preheat oven to 180°C and grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
2. In the blender, add the watermelon and blend until completely liquefied. Measure 1 cup of pureed watermelon and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla extract. Beat until ingredients are well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and ground cinnamon. Gradually add this mixture to the bowl of wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.
5. Add the beaten watermelon to the mixture and stir until well incorporated. If desired, add chopped walnuts and stir to combine.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.
7. Let the loaves cool in the tins for 10 minutes, then remove them from the tins and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
This watermelon bread is a delicious way to enjoy the flavor of watermelon all year round. It also makes an excellent gift for friends and family. Enjoy!
Tips:
A. Be sure to blend the watermelon thoroughly so it mixes well with the other ingredients.
B. If you don't have two loaf pans, you can bake the dough in a cake pan. Just adjust the cooking time as needed.
C. This bread can also be made with other types of fruit. Try it with strawberries, peaches or pineapples for a delicious variation.
D. For an extra kick of flavor, try adding some lemon or orange zest to the dough.
E. If you prefer a less sweet bread, you can reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe.
F. For a healthier bread, try replacing half of the all-purpose flour with whole-wheat flour.
G. If you are not a fan of nuts, you can omit them or substitute other nuts of your choice.
H. This bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, or it can be frozen for up to three months.
We hope you enjoy this watermelon bread recipe. It's a delicious way to enjoy the flavor of watermelon, and it's perfect for an afternoon snack, a special breakfast or even as a dessert. Happy baking!
