20 Irresistible Fall Bread Recipes: Cozy, Flavorful Bakes!

Stepping into fall is like embracing a warm hug from nature. The crisp air, the fiery foliage, and the comforting scent of baking bread wafting through the house make this season truly special. If you're like me and love indulging in the cozy, flavorful bakes that autumn brings, then this is your ultimate bread-baking guide.

With "20 Irresistible Fall Bread Recipes: Cozy, Flavorful Bakes!", you'll have your kitchen smelling like a pumpkin patch and an apple orchard combined. Each recipe is designed to capture the essence of fall, packed with seasonal ingredients that will surely warm your heart and home.

1. Pumpkin Spice Bread

Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin spice. This moist, flavorful bread is a must-try.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2/3 cup water
• 3 cups sugar
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 7x3 inch loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water, and sugar until well blended.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
4. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended.
5. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

2. Apple Cinnamon Bread

Enjoy chunks of apple and bursts of cinnamon in every bite.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large apple, peeled and chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
4. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients alternately with milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
5. Fold in chopped apples.
6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

3. Cranberry Orange Bread

A tangy and delicious treat that pairs perfectly with a cup of tea.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest.
3. In another bowl, whisk together orange juice, oil, and egg.
4. Stir the wet ingredients into the flour mixture until just moistened.
5. Fold in the cranberries.
6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

4. Maple Pecan Bread

Rich and nutty, this bread boasts a delightful fall flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
3. In another bowl, stir together buttermilk, maple syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in chopped pecans.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Caramel Apple Bread

A luscious blend of apples and caramel in a moist bread.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 1/2 cups peeled and chopped apples
• 1/2 cup caramel bits or chopped caramels

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in vanilla.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
5. Fold in the chopped apples and caramel bits.
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Sweet Potato Bread

A unique twist on fall flavors that’s both sweet and savory.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, brown sugar, and oil until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in mashed sweet potatoes, milk, and vanilla.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Chai Spice Bread

Infused with the warm spices of chai tea, this bread is perfect for a cozy day.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cardamom
• 1/2 tsp allspice
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
5. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Pear Walnut Bread

This bread is a delightful mix of sweet pears and crunchy walnuts.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 1/2 cups peeled and chopped pears
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk.
5. Fold in pears and walnuts.
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Layers of cinnamon sugar make this bread a fall favorite.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Add the flour mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
5. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with half of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Pour the remaining batter over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar. Swirl with a knife.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Gingerbread Loaf

A spicy and sweet classic that's perfect for fall evenings.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup hot water

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Beat in molasses and egg until well combined.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with hot water, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
5. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

11. Harvest Bread

Packed with zucchini, carrots, and apples, this bread is a wholesome treat.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1 cup peeled and grated apple

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, beat together oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in vanilla.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Fold in grated zucchini, carrots, and apple.
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

12. Maple Banana Bread

This bread combines the sweetness of bananas with the rich flavor of maple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas (about 3 bananas)
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, mix together melted butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until combined. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well.
4. Stir in mashed bananas until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in pecans, if using.
6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

13. Cinnamon Apple Fritter Bread

Combining the best of apple fritters and bread, this recipe is a fall sensation.

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large apple, peeled and chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together granulated sugar and butter until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla until well combined.
4. Combine the flour and baking powder, then add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in milk until smooth.
5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Cover with half of the apple mixture, then half of the brown sugar mixture. Lightly pat the apples into the batter.
6. Pour the remaining batter over the apple layer and top with the remaining apples and brown sugar mixture. Swirl with a knife.
7. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

14. Butternut Squash Bread

This bread has a lovely sweetness from the roasted butternut squash.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups roasted butternut squash puree
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the squash puree, eggs, oil, and sugar.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

15. Spiced Carrot Bread

Carrots add moisture and a hint of sweetness to this spiced bread.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups grated carrots

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, mix together melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in grated carrots.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

16. Oatmeal Raisin Bread

This hearty bread is perfect for breakfast or a snack with its chewy raisins and wholesome oats.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 1 1/2 cups boiling water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup raisins

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. Pour boiling water over oats in a bowl, stir and let sit for 20 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in the soaked oats and raisins.
6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

17. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin pairs wonderfully with chocolate chips in this fall-inspired bread.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in pumpkin puree and milk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

18. Maple Walnut Bread

Sweet maple syrup and crunchy walnuts create a delightful loaf.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in maple syrup.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the batter, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Fold in walnuts.
5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

19. Ginger Pear Bread

A combination of spicy ginger and sweet pears makes this bread a fall favorite.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced pears

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ginger.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
4. Mix in sour cream until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in diced pears.
6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

20. Spiced Sweet Potato Bread

A moist and flavorful bread that’s perfect for autumn.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in mashed sweet potatoes, milk, and vanilla.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion

With the crisp air and vibrant colors of fall, there's no better time to fill your home with the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread. These 20 irresistible fall bread recipes offer a delightful range of cozy, flavorful bakes that are perfect for the season. From spiced pumpkin loaves and apple cinnamon swirls to hearty sourdough and rustic herb bread, each recipe brings the essence of autumn to life.

Whether you're craving something sweet or savory, these bakes are sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or a quiet morning with a cup of coffee, these fall-inspired breads are a must-try for any baking enthusiast. Get ready to embrace the season with each delicious slice!