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    Home » Popular » Baking

    November 19, 2012 American Recipes

    Walnut Streusel Bread

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    Walnut Streusel Bread-a really easy, dairy-free quick bread recipe. A lovely streusel swirl that is also sprinkled on for the topping. Perfect for breakfast or a coffee break!

    It’s not often that I find myself baking with rolled oats. But I always have them here handy in case I get inspired. I even buy them when it’s buy one get one free. See, I’m really prepared for an amazing oat recipe.

    image of walnut streusel bread sliced open

    I’ve really had fun these months #TwelveLoaves bread baking project. I’m constantly thinking of bread. With #TwelveLoaves as an inspiration, I get busy baking more yeast breads and share them here with all of you the first Monday of every month.

    Some of you rise to the bread baking challenge and attempt a yeast bread and some of you share a delicious quick bread. *Our November #TwelveLoaves challenge is all about Autumn Fruits: Apples and Pears-Join us! Did you know November is also National Bread Month!

    overhead image of a walnut streusel bread

    If I had the time to bake a yeasted bread every day I really would. Baking breads is something I look forward to every week.

    overhead image of a slice of walnut streusel bread

    Baking quick breads is something I’ve been doing since I was a young baker baking alongside with my mom on weekends. Now my kids love baking them and love to share their ideas with me.

    I’m going to try to share a quick bread recipe every Monday until I can keep up with it. There is a list a mile long from magazines I have and from some of your recipes that you’ve shared with #TwelveLoaves. Right now I am tackling October 2012 Cooking Light magazine; it has 7 delectable quick breads.

    How to make the streusel swirl

    The streusel filling gets swirled in middle of the batter.

    You sprinkle half on top of half the batter.

    image of making streusel filling

    Swirl it gently with a knife.

    overhead image of swirling batter with a knife

    Spread on the other half the bread batter. Sprinkle on the other half of the streusel and bake.

    overhead image of streusel topping on bread

    This Walnut Streusel Bread recipe was wonderful as it was. I did change up my recipe last week and made it a little healthier.

    Can I make this bread with whole milk?

    Yes, you can. I did use almond milk mixed with a little apple cider vinegar instead of buttermilk for this recipe.

    Can I use butter in this quick bread?

    Yes, you could use unsalted butter. I used Earth Balance soy free margarine in place of butter.

    Can I use white all-purpose flour in this walnut streusel quick bread?

    Yes, you can use white AP flour. I do sometimes like to add whole wheat flour to my baking and opted to use whole wheat white with this bread.

    The streusel filling swirled in and on top is delicious! I think you can never have enough streusel.

    It smells incredible while baking and is a nice way to use up those extra oats you have around.This is another one adapted from October 2012 Cooking Light.

    Some other quick bread recipes to enjoy:

    Fresh Plum Quick Bread

    Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Bread Recipe

    Vegan Gingerbread Loaf Cake

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    Walnut Streusel Bread

    Walnut Streusel Bread-a really easy, dairy-free quick bread recipe. A lovely streusel swirl that is also sprinkled on for the topping. Perfect for breakfast or a coffee break!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time48 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: quick bread, streusel topping
    Servings: 1 loaf
    Author: Lora

    Ingredients

    • For the Streusel:
    • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
    • ⅓ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
    • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • Dash of salt
    • 2 tablespoons butter melted (I used Earth Balance Soy free margarine)
    • 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
    • For the Bread:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour I used 2 cups whole wheat white flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 5 tablespoons butter softened(I used Earth Balance soy free margarine)
    • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 cup fat-free buttermilk I used almond milk with a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°. Place a rack in the center of the oven. Spray a 9 x 5 loaf pan with baking spray (or butter and flour) and set aside.
    • To prepare streusel, combine first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons melted butter, stirring until well combined. Stir in nuts. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
    • In another bowl, beat 5 tablespoons butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until well blended.
    • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition; beat in vanilla.
    • Beating at low speed, add flour mixture and buttermilk alternately to sugar mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture; beat just until combined.
    • Scrape half of batter into a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan coated with baking spray; sprinkle with half of streusel mixture.
    • Spread remaining batter over streusel; swirl.
    • Sprinkle remaining streusel on top of batter.
    • Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs clinging. Cool 10 minutes in pan on a wire rack. Remove from pan; cool completely on wire rack.

    Nutrition Disclaimer

    Please keep in mind that the nutritional information presented below is an approximation and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.

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    Comments

    1. Georgie says

      November 19, 2012 at 11:51 am

      I love the topping, even the batter looks good enough to eat 😉

      Reply
    2. Kristina @ spabettie says

      November 19, 2012 at 1:06 pm

      Mmm - you know I love your breads and am so happy you will continue to share regularly... the only bad thing is they all go on a list here too - so I have to start making these! 😉

      this may be bumped to the top of the list, it sounds fantastic!

      Reply
    3. Kate@Diethood says

      November 19, 2012 at 1:41 pm

      Boom! <--- my jaw hitting the floor. I am going to start with eating the topping and work my way around! Incredible!

      Reply
    4. Vivian Pang says

      November 19, 2012 at 2:49 pm

      Great looking cake! I love it to go with hot coffee.

      Reply
    5. Carrian Cheney says

      November 19, 2012 at 3:50 pm

      I never would of thought walnuts could taste so good, but this looks so amazing, can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    6. Farmgirl Gourmet says

      November 19, 2012 at 4:35 pm

      Wow Lora....I am loving this quick bread recipe. I'm with Carrian, not much of a walnut lover, but I'd totally eat this. YUM!

      Reply
    7. Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says

      November 19, 2012 at 7:23 pm

      Ilove baking with oats, it gives breads an incredible moisture. So this bread with streusel, which I love, is perfect! I like your changes Lora

      Reply
    8. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

      November 19, 2012 at 8:46 pm

      I so agree with you - you can never have enough streusel. Yum!!

      Reply
    9. Cookin' Canuck says

      November 20, 2012 at 12:10 am

      I'll bet this is so moist from the buttermilk. And really, anything with streusel wins my heart.

      Reply
    10. Baker Street says

      November 20, 2012 at 4:26 am

      I love the crunchy topping and tender crumb - Yum! A slice (or two) would be perfect with my morning cuppa! 🙂

      Reply
    11. Carol | a cup of mascarpone says

      November 20, 2012 at 11:56 am

      I just made my second cup of coffee, and NEED a piece of this scrumptious bread! Lovely bread, Lora!

      Reply
    12. Lisa says

      November 20, 2012 at 2:11 pm

      Just the word 'streusel' makes my antennae pop ;D This quick bread looks sensational! I want a huge hunk of it for breakfast, now! xo

      Reply
    13. Valerie says

      November 20, 2012 at 4:49 pm

      I love quick breads, and I Looove anything with streusel! This looks fantastic!

      Reply
    14. Patty says

      November 20, 2012 at 5:30 pm

      Love your bread and your idea of baking a series of quick breads, I've always enjoyed baking quick breads-they are always a rewarding baking project 😉

      Reply
    15. Jessica @ Portuguese Girl Cooks says

      November 21, 2012 at 2:40 am

      I love, love, love anything with streusel! A quick bread is always a winner in my book!

      Reply
    16. The Café Sucré Farine says

      November 21, 2012 at 9:09 pm

      This looks fantastic - what a delicious breakfast treat and I love the way you were so creative in lightening it up!

      Reply
    17. Lisa {Authentic Suburban Gourmet } says

      November 22, 2012 at 2:00 am

      You had me at strussel! This bread looks and sounds amazing. Quick breads are simply the best (and easy too)

      Reply
    18. Brian @ A Thought For Food says

      November 22, 2012 at 3:07 am

      Yeah... I saw that streusel and said... yes, that is totally for me! How wonderful this looks! Have a very happy Thanksgiving, my dear friend! Mwah!

      Reply
    19. Lizzy Do says

      November 23, 2012 at 1:05 am

      Mmmmmm....boy, do I love streusel! And a double layer in your bread makes it twice as delectable! Happy, happy Thanksgiving, Lora!!! xo

      Reply
    20. Angie's Recipes says

      November 23, 2012 at 5:00 am

      Who doesn't love streusel! The bread looks so tempting!

      Reply
    21. Paula says

      November 23, 2012 at 4:57 pm

      This has *hearty country* written all over it!

      Reply
    22. Lemons and Anchovies says

      November 24, 2012 at 4:26 pm

      It must smell so good in your kitchen all the time. From your sweets to your breads, oh, my!

      There can never be too much streusel for me--this recipe's a keeper and now I know who to run to if I ever run short on oats. 🙂

      Reply
    23. Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking says

      November 25, 2012 at 4:58 pm

      You're a baking queen Lora. Your bread is so beautiful and your creativity always amazes me.
      Gorgeous

      Reply
    24. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

      November 27, 2012 at 4:30 am

      Anything with a streusel is always good. I love baking with oats, but don't do it nearly enough.

      Reply
    25. Sherry says

      November 28, 2012 at 4:39 am

      Can't wait to try this! I love that it's QUICK!!!

      Reply

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