Ground flaxseed is a novel addition to this dense and sweet breakfast bread. You can freeze individual slices on a baking sheet, then transfer to a zip-top plastic bag to keep in the freezer for up to two months. On hurried mornings, grab a slice, and defrost by microwaving at HIGH for 30 seconds to one minute.
1 loaf, 18 servings (serving size: 1 slice)

You might need to buy:
  • * 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • * 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • * 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • * 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
  • * 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • * 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • * 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • * 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • * 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • * 1 cup vanilla low-fat yogurt
  • * 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • * 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • * Cooking spray

Toast the nuts for 5 minutes in a 350ยบ oven to intensify their flavor.
1 loaf, 16 servings (serving size: 1 slice)

You might need to buy:
  • * 1/4 cup honey
  • * 2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt or low-fat sour cream
  • * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • * 2 cups whole-wheat flour
  • * 2 teaspoons salt
  • * Cooking spray

Inside the dark crust is a creamy white bread flecked with rosemary and bits of walnuts. Not only is this bread great with soups, it’s also excellent for sandwiches.
2 loaves, 12 servings per loaf (serving size: 1 slice)

You might need to buy:
  • * 3 tablespoons sugar
  • * 2 teaspoons salt
  • * 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • * 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh rosemary
  • * Cooking spray
  • * 1 tablespoon yellow cornmeal
  • * 1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk

To make this quick bread even quicker, we used the microwave to cook the potato and soften the butter for the streusel topping. Use an electric knife to get clean slices.

serves 16
You might need to buy:
  • * 2 teaspoons butter
  • * 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • * 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • * 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • * 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • * 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • * 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • * 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • * 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • * 2/3 cup fresh orange juice
  • * 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • * Cooking spray

A light hand with the dough will help to ensure tender biscuits. This method of folding the dough creates irresistible flaky layers. To maximize the number of biscuits you get from the recipe, gather the dough scraps after cutting and gently pat or reroll to a 3/4-inch thickness.

serves 14
You might need to buy:
  • * 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • * 1 1/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • * 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • * 1/3 cup fat-free buttermilk
  • * 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
  • * 3 tablespoons honey

Measure the cornmeal as you would flour, lightly spooning into a measuring cup, to prevent a dry, tough biscuit. The cornmeal and whole wheat flour added to these hearty biscuits contribute to your daily whole-grain intake. We achieved the best results baking one sheet of biscuits at a time. Skip the seed topping for a simpler breakfast biscuit.

serves 24
You might need to buy:
  • * 1/4 cup sugar
  • * 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • * 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • * 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • * 2 cups low-fat buttermilk
  • * Cooking spray
  • * 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • * 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

This recipe makes two loaves. Freeze the extra bread, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap, for up to one month. Omit the nuts or substitute chopped walnuts, if you prefer. Check the bread after 50 minutes of baking—you may need to cover the loaves with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent overbrowning.
2 loaves; 12 servings per loaf (serving size: 1 slice)

serves 24
You might need to buy:
  • * 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • * 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • * 1 teaspoon salt
  • * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • * 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • * 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • * 2 cups granulated sugar
  • * 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • * 1/2 cup canola oil
  • * 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
  • * 2 large eggs
  • * 2/3 cup water
  • * Cooking spray
  • * 1/3 cup chopped pecans

“This bread is good with a cup of tea and makes an easy on-the-go snack.” -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, ID

serves 12
You might need to buy:
  • * 1 cup sugar
  • * 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • * 1 large egg
  • * 1/4 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
  • * 2 teaspoons grated orange rind
  • * 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • * 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • * Cooking spray

Louise Galen serves this easy bread as an accompaniment to bacon omelets. Prep and Cook Time: about 2 hours. Notes: Make sure this bread is completely cool before you cut it, or it will crumble. It’s even better when made a day ahead.

serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • * 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • * 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • * 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • * 1/4 cup wheat germ
  • * 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • * 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • * 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • * 1 cup currants or raisins

Oats, whole wheat flour, bran flakes, and wheat germ make this bread dense and full flavored. The recipe makes two loaves, so freeze one to enjoy later. Wrap in plastic wrap then aluminum foil, and store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
2 loaves, 18 slices per loaf (serving size: 1 slice)

You might need to buy:
  • * 1/3 cup honey
  • * 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • * 2 cups regular oats
  • * 1 cup toasted wheat germ
  • * 4 teaspoons salt
  • * Cooking spray