Spinach and Feta Savory No-Yeast Bread Recipe

This flavorful homemade Spinach and Feta No-Yeast Bread is easy to prepare and makes a wonderful breakfast, side, or snack.

top view of spinach and feta bread slices

An Easy Homemade Bread Recipe Without Yeast

If you love fresh bread but don’t have yeast, this quick no-yeast loaf delivers great flavor and texture without waiting for rising. It’s hearty enough for sandwiches or simply spread with butter.

Why Make No Yeast Bread?

No-yeast quick breads are perfect when you want homemade bread fast. This recipe skips rising time, so you can enjoy a dense, savory loaf—similar to the breads often served at Italian restaurants—without yeast.

close up shot of spinach and feta cheese no yeast bread slice topped with yogurt

Recipe Ingredients

  • Olive oil
  • Baby spinach
  • Garlic: minced for even flavor
  • All-purpose flour
  • Sugar
  • Baking powder + baking soda: the leavening agents
  • Fresh thyme
  • Fresh rosemary
  • Salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper
  • Sour cream
  • Vegetable oil
  • Eggs
  • Crumbled feta cheese: folded into the batter
side view of a mixing bowl with spinach, cheese, and flour

How to Make Spinach and Feta No Yeast Bread

  1. Prepare for baking: Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper and coat it with cooking spray.
  2. Cook spinach: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add spinach and garlic, and sauté about 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and baking soda until evenly mixed.
  4. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk sour cream, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Add spinach and feta: Gently fold the cooled spinach and crumbled feta into the batter.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan about 1 hour, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips for the Best No Yeast Bread

  • Line and grease the pan: Lining the pan with parchment and spraying it makes removing the loaf simple and prevents sticking.
  • Cool on a rack: Transfer the loaf to a wire rack after an hour of resting to avoid sogginess.
  • Don’t overmix: Stir just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender.
top shot of sliced spinach and feta bread set on top of a dark cutting board

Serving Suggestions

This savory bread is excellent toasted or served as a side. Pair it with pasta, soups, or simple chicken dishes for a satisfying meal.

  • Pasta: Serve alongside baked pasta dishes for a savory complement.
  • Soup: Delicious dipped into hearty or creamy soups.
  • Chicken: A flavorful side for baked or roasted chicken mains.

How to Store Homemade Bread

  • Store the loaf in a resealable bag with air squeezed out; it will keep at room temperature up to 3 days or in the refrigerator up to a week.
  • For longer storage, freeze the whole loaf or individual slices in an airtight bag for up to 3 months.
top view of spinach and feta bread slices
5 from 10 votes

Spinach and Feta No-Yeast Bread

by Katerina | Easy Weeknight Recipes
This flavorful homemade Spinach and Feta No-Yeast Bread is super easy to make, and it makes for a great breakfast, side dish, or snack option!
Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 45
Cooling Time: 1 30
Total Time: 1
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 ounces baby spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 cups sour cream
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F.
  • Line a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper and coat well with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet; add spinach and garlic and cook about 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and baking soda until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, vegetable oil, and eggs; whisk until smooth. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
  • Add the spinach mixture and feta to the batter and gently stir to combine.
  • Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and let cool about 1 hour, then remove from pan and transfer to a rack to cool completely. Slice and serve.

Equipment

  • Oven

Nutrition

Calories: 228kcal
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Carbohydrates: 17g
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Protein: 5g
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Fat: 16g
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Saturated Fat: 11g
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Cholesterol: 47mg
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Sodium: 313mg
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Potassium: 136mg
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugar: 2g
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Vitamin A: 1512IU
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Vitamin C: 5mg
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Calcium: 114mg
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Iron: 2mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.


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