Sweet Avocado Quick Bread

4.95 from 181 votes

This sweet avocado quick bread is the perfect breakfast, snack and even dessert! The avocado makes this bread moist and gives it a natural green color!

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Move over avocado toast – this avocado quick bread recipe is about to become your new favorite! This sweet-ish avocado bread is super moist, has just the right amount of sweetness, and can be made with only seven ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen. Best of all, it comes together in a breeze and is the perfect way to use up those ripe avocados sitting on your counter.

Top view of avocado bread with a few thick slices cut and knife off to side.

Looking for a quick and easy avocado bread recipe? Look no further! This recipe is simple to follow and will have you enjoying delicious avocado quick bread in no time. The best part is that this bread is healthy and nutritious, making it the perfect snack or breakfast option. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

why you’ll love this avocado quick bread recipe

  • Keeps well! Surprisingly the beautiful green color doesn’t fade, and the avocado doesn’t go bad in the baked loaf. You can enjoy it for a few days or freeze some slices for later.
  • Moist, sweet bread. The avocado makes the quick bread so moist, it’s hard to believe there’s no oil or butter in the recipe. The sugar ratio is just right, too – not too sweet and not at all savory.
  • Quick & easy. This avocado quick bread recipe comes together in a snap! It’s the perfect way to use up those ripe avocados before they go bad.
  • Perfect for breakfast or a snack. Slather on some butter, jam, or eat it as is – this avocado bread is perfect for breakfast or a snack. It’s also great to have on hand when unexpected guests drop by.

Ingredients to make avocado bread

  • Avocado: Ripe avocados are key for this recipe. You’ll need two large or three small avocados for this recipe. You can use unripe avocados if that’s all you have, but the bread won’t be as moist.
  • All-purpose flour: You can use wheat or white all-purpose flour for this recipe. I haven’t tried it with gluten-free flour, but let me know in the comments below if you give it a try!
  • Baking powder: Keeps your avocado bread from being too dense and gives it some fluff.
  • Sugar: You can use white sugar, brown sugar, or coconut sugar in this recipe. I’ve even used honey with great results.
  • Egg: Helps bind everything together.
  • Vanilla extract: Gives the bread a delicious flavor and aroma. You can omit this if you don’t have any on hand.
  • Salt: A little bit of salt brings out the flavors in the bread and helps balance the sweetness.
Ingredients for bread recipe: eggs, flour ,sugar, vanilla, baking powder, and two avocados.

How to make avocado bread

This quick avocado bread is super simple to make. The batter comes together in under 10 minutes, and then it’s off to the oven.

Mix Batter

  1. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer on medium-high speed to cream the avocados and sugar until completely smooth.
  2. At this point, it will look like guacamole!
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk until they are fully incorporated into the batter.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet.
  6. Using a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients until no streaks remain.
6 image collage for the steps to making bread recipe in one bowl.

Bake the avocado bread

  1. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.
2 image collage showing bread before being baked and after being baked in a loaf pan lined with parchment paper.

Tips for making this avocado quick bread recipe

  1. Use soft and ripe avocados. Ripe avocados are key for this recipe. They make the bread moist and give it a delicious flavor. If your avocados aren’t ripe, you can place them in a paper bag with a banana or apple overnight to speed up the ripening process.
  2. Don’t overmix the batter! Over mixing quick bread batter will result in a tough and dense loaf of bread. Stir just until the ingredients are combined – no need to overdo it.
  3. Bake the bread on the middle rack. This will help ensure that your avocado bread bakes evenly.
  4. Line your loaf pan with parchment paper. This will help prevent the bread from sticking to the pan and make cleanup a breeze.
  5. Let the bread cool completely before slicing. This will help prevent your avocado bread from falling apart.
Close up showing the texture of a slice of bread from baked loaf.

popular substitutions & additions

  • Add chocolate chips. For a delicious twist, add in a cup of chocolate chips to the batter. You can also top the bread with chocolate chips after it’s baked.
  • Make it savory. If you’re not a fan of sweet quick breads, you can easily make this recipe savory by omitting the sugar and adding in some chopped herbs or cheese.
  • Replace 1 avocado with 1 ripe banana. If you don’t have enough avocados or they’re not ripe enough, you can replace one avocado with a ripe banana. The bread won’t be as moist, but it will still be delicious.
  • Use honey instead of refined sugar. For a healthier twist, you can use honey in place of the refined sugar. The bread will be slightly less sweet, but just as delicious.

what to eat with avocado bread

The avocado bread has a small hint of avocado taste that is not too overpowering and a subtle sweetness from the sugar. It’s a pretty simple bread without any overpowering flavors so spread one of these toppings on top.

Fresh baked bread loaf sliced thickly with two slices falling forward and a side of hazelnut spread in a small bowl.

how to store & reheat this easy avocado bread recipe

This avocado quick bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap for up to four days.

To reheat, simply pop a slice of avocado bread in the toaster or microwave until warmed through. You can also reheat the entire loaf of bread in the oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes.

how long will avocado bread last in the fridge?

I have actually kept the bread once for 6 days, and it still looked green and tasted good!

can i freeze avocado bread?

Yes! I wrapped it in plastic wrap and then placed it in a freezer bag. It lasted for about two months.

When you’re ready to eat it, just thaw it overnight on the counter or pop it in the microwave for a few seconds.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this recipe without sugar?

Yes! You can either omit the sugar altogether or replace it with a natural sugar like honey.

My avocado bread is dense and heavy. What happened?

If your avocado bread is dense and heavy, it’s likely because you overmixed the batter. Be sure to mix just until the ingredients are combined – no need to overdo it.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes! Just use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend in place of the regular flour. I don’t recommend just using almond flour or coconut flour though.

I don’t have a loaf pan. Can I bake this avocado bread in a different type of pan?

Yes! You can use an eight or nine-inch round cake pan, an eight or nine-inch square baking pan, or a muffin tin lined with muffin liners. You’ll need to adjust the cooking time. Make sure to keep an eye on it if you do switch out the pan.

Slice of avocado bread with hazelnut spread.

There you have it – a quick and easy avocado bread recipe that is sure to please! With only seven ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is perfect for busy weekdays or when unexpected guests drop by. Give it a try, and let me know what you think in the comments below.

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Avocado Quick Bread

This sweet avocado quick bread is the perfect breakfast, snack and even dessert! The avocado makes this bread moist and gives it a natural green color!
5 from 181 votes
Servings 12 slices
Course Side Dish
Calories 194
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

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Ingredients
  

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, use a hand mixer on medium-high speed to cream the avocados and sugar until completely smooth. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until they are fully incorporated into the batter.
  • Using a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula, gently fold in the dry ingredients until no streaks remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Remove the bread from the oven. Set the pan on a wire rack and allow the bread to cool completely in the pan.

Notes

Storage: This avocado bread will keep at room temperature for up to 4 days and up to 6 days in the fridge. 

Nutrition

Calories: 194kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 41mg, Sodium: 67mg, Potassium: 251mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 13g, Vitamin A: 108IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Cuisine American
Course: Side Dish

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  1. Omg! Thanks for sharing this. I made this bread this morning, and I’m already addicted.
    I wanted to use all almond flour, but at the end I ended up with 1/2 and 1/2 (I only have enough for 1 cup).
    It came out so good! It has a hint of nutty flavor from the nut, as if I incorporated chopped nuts in it.
    I will definitely make another batch with all almond flour next time.

  2. I made this for a potluck, so went with mini muffins. Never again. I think all the scooping overworked the batter. The texture was odd. Flavor was good but nothing to wtite home about. I’ll try again in a loaf pan and maybe check out some of the optional suggestion for some added flavor boost.

    1. I would use 3/4 cup – but keep in mind the bread will be more on the savory side as honey is really a delicate sweetness.

  3. I’ve wanted to make this for a while and finally did today- oh my gosh it is so good! Even my family members who had an aversion to avocados loved it. I definitely recommend and am looking forward to making this again.

    1. Hi there, you can find the measurements in the recipe card right above the comment section. I hope you enjoy!

  4. made this recipe and the batter tasted great… then baked it and it was the most bitter thing ever. i’m wondering what went wrong!

    1. Did you use aluminum free baking powder? If not, then the baking powder with aluminum does make the bread taste, bitter. So sorry to hear that it didn’t turn out well for you!

    2. if you use unripe avocados, it will taste bitter. you have to use the soft ripe avocados to avoid the bitter taste

  5. Delicious and so so easy! I followed the recipe and it came out exactly like the pictures. I wanted to put some goat cheese on it but we were out. I settled for some whipped cream instead and it was amazing!! I also think it would taste delicious as the bread in an egg in the nest.

    Next time I want to try the savory way and maybe make muffins.

  6. Made this several times, it’s delicious. I was surprised by how sweet it was the first time. I cut the sugar in half the second time and that was a hit! Such a great recipe for using avocados that ripped to quickly for my family to eat.

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