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Cherry Bread

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A delightful Cherry Bread recipe that evokes nostalgia with every slice, featuring maraschino cherries and a sweet glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 16 ounces maraschino cherries (chopped)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream (or milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (for glaze)
  • 1 to 2 drops cherry extract (or 1 tablespoon maraschino juice)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the vegetable oil, milk, maraschino cherry juice, sour cream, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  4. Combine the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top, and bake for 45-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the bread in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the glaze by combining powdered sugar, heavy cream (or milk), almond extract, and cherry extract until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.

Notes

For best results, do not over-bake. Feel free to experiment with different types of cherries and nuts.

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Keywords: cherry bread, quick bread, dessert recipe, baking, nostalgic recipe

Find it online: https://rusticflavor.com/cherry-bread/

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