Cherry Tea Bread
Experience the perfect balance of sweetness and simplicity with this delightful Cherry Tea Bread recipe, a must-try for lovers of fruit-filled baked goods. Made with plump, juicy sweet cherries folded into a tender, buttery batter, this tea bread is a flavorful treat that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Its soft crumb is lightly flavored with vanilla, creating the ideal backdrop for the cherries’ natural sweetness, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a hint of elegance. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no fancy equipment needed, this recipe is approachable for bakers of all skill levels. Whether served as a charming tea-time companion or a cozy breakfast with coffee, this cherry-infused loaf is sure to impress. Keywords: cherry tea bread, sweet cherry dessert, quick bread recipe, tea-time treat, easy baking recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Gently fold in the pitted and halved cherries using a spatula. Ensure the cherries are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Dust the top of the bread with powdered sugar before serving for an added touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 2280 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 383.4 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.5 g | ||
| Protein | 43.5 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
