Nut Bread (Original Betty Crocker) Recipe

Name: Nut Bread (Original Betty Crocker)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose* flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon orange peel, plus 1 teaspoon grated orange peel (grated); 1 cup chopped nuts (pecan, walnut)

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Grease bottom only of loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches, or 2 loaf pans, 81/2x41/2x2 1/2 inches.
3
Mix all ingredients; beat 30 seconds.
4
Pour into pan(s).
5
Bake until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 9-inch loaf 55 to 65 minutes, 8-inch loaves 55-60 minutes; cool slightly.
6
Loosen sides of loaf from pan; remove from pan.
7
Cool completely before slicing.
8
To store, wrap and refrigerate no longer than 1 week.
9
*If using self-rising flour, omit baking powder and salt.
10
Apricot Nut Bread: Mix 1 cup finely cut-up dried apricots.
11
Banana Nut Bread: Decrease milk to 1/3 cup and omit orange peel. Mix in 1 1/4 cup mashed bananas (1 to 3 medium). Bake 9-inch loaf 65 to 70 minutes.
12
Cranberry-Cheese Nut Bread: Decrease nuts to 1/2 cup. Stir in 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces) and 1 cup cranberries, cut into halves. Bake 9-inch loaf 65 to 70 minutes.
13
Date Nut Bread: Omit milk. Mix 1 1/2 cups boiling water and 1 1/2 cups cut-up dates; cool. Stir into the batter.
14
Whole Wheat Raisin Bread: Substitute 2 3/4 cups whole wheat flour for the all-purpose flour and honey for the brown sugar. Mix in 1 cup raisins.

662

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose* flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Nut Bread (Original Betty Crocker) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nut Bread (Original Betty Crocker)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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