Watermelon Bread Recipe for a Refreshingly Sweet Treat

This Watermelon Bread Recipe makes a moist, sweet bread using fresh watermelon for a delightful summer treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread

1 cups Watermelon Chunks Recommended to puree for the best texture.
1/2 cups Butter Adds richness and tenderness.
2 Eggs Helps bind ingredients together.
3/4 cups Sugar Can reduce if less sweetness desired.
2 cups Flour All-purpose flour works best.
2 tsp Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
1/2 cups Raisins Optional; resembles watermelon seeds.
1 tsp Red Food Coloring Optional; enhances visual appeal.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Electric Mixer
food processor
Loaf Pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Watermelon Puree: Cut watermelon into chunks, remove seeds, blend until smooth.
Prepare Mixture: Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Mix Ingredients: Gradually add dry mix to wet mix. Stir gently and fold in optional ingredients.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F, pour batter into greased loaf pan, and bake for about 1 hour.
Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with butter or cream cheese for a delightful breakfast or dessert.

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