This chapter discusses quick breads and their key characteristics. Quick breads use chemical leavening agents like baking soda and baking powder instead of yeast. Baking soda starts working immediately when moistened so the batter needs to be baked right away, while baking powder comes in single-acting and double-acting varieties. The chapter also covers common mixing methods for quick breads and muffins like the biscuit, muffin, and creaming methods, as well as troubleshooting tips and convenience product options.