Double Cherry Quick Bread
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Double Cherry Quick Bread, a delightful treat brimming with cherry goodness in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich flavor of cherry preserves with bursts of chewy dried cherries, all folded into a tender, buttery bread batter. A luscious glaze made with cherry juice adds a glossy, sweet finish, making this loaf perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, this quick bread comes together effortlessly, delighting both novice and seasoned bakers. Serve it warm or chilled for a crowd-pleasing dessert that celebrates the vibrant, fruity essence of cherries.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Cherry preserves
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Dried cherries
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1.5 tablespoons Cherry juice or milk (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the granulated sugar and unsalted butter together until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the cherry preserves, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold the dried cherries into the batter using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the bread cools, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and cherry juice (or milk) until smooth.
Once the bread is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.8 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 512 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2305 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 531.6 g | 193% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 330.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
