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Almond Cherry Bread

Irresistible Almond Cherry Bread for Your Sweet Cravings

This Almond Cherry Bread is a delightful recipe that balances juicy cherries and crunchy almonds, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with plain strained yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with a bit of vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter May substitute with an equal amount of olive oil.
  • 2 Large Eggs No substitutes suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitutes suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Can use more or less depending on preference.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for added depth.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free baking mix.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder No substitutes suggested.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt No substitutes suggested.
For the Cherries
  • 2 cups Cherries (fresh or canned) Use pitted and quartered cherries; for canned, drain well.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can substitute with all-purpose flour if needed.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds Can substitute with other nuts like pecans or walnuts.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioner’s Sugar No substitutes suggested.
  • 2 tablespoons Cream Can use milk if preferred.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Almond Cherry Bread
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and spray an 8.5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, Greek yogurt, buttermilk, melted butter, almond extract, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Prepare the cherries by pitting, quartering, and tossing them with cornstarch. Fold them and sliced almonds into the batter, reserving some for topping.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and top with reserved cherries and sliced almonds.
  6. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden brown. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  7. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Whisk together the glaze ingredients and drizzle over the cooled bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure to prepare cherries properly, use room temperature eggs, and avoid overmixing the batter.

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