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Honey Bread – Soft and Sweet Loaf for Bread Easy Recipes

Let me tell you, few things make a kitchen feel like a warm hug the way fresh honey bread does. When I pulled this loaf from the oven the first time, the scent alone stopped time for a moment. It’s that good. You don’t need to be a seasoned baker to get this right—trust me, if you can stir and wait, you’re golden. We’re working with ingredients that don’t show off but absolutely deliver—think all-purpose flour, a little sugar, and a generous pour of honey. The result? A soft, mildly sweet loaf with a golden crust that slices like a dream and disappears even faster. It’s the kind of bread you toast and drizzle again with honey—or maybe you go rogue and slather on some butter and jam. I won’t judge. This recipe slides into the category of quick and easy recipes, with echoes of butter swim biscuits and the charm of sweet easy recipes. It belongs in your comfort food lineup and your everyday routine. From quiet breakfasts to late-night snacks, this loaf has you covered.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer desserts easy recipes, bread easy recipes, butter swim biscuits easy recipes, easy baking recipes, easy recipes for dinner, quick and easy recipes, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 10 slices
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. Add in the egg, milk, and vegetable oil. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix!
  4. Pour in the honey and gently fold until it’s blended evenly into the batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!