Gumdrop Loaf
Sweet, colorful, and utterly nostalgic, this Gumdrop Loaf recipe is a show-stopping treat that’s as delightful to eat as it is to make. Packed with vibrant, chewy gumdrops, this moist and tender loaf cake is a fun dessert that will brighten any occasion, from festive holiday gatherings to casual teatime spreads. A rich batter, made with creamy butter and a hint of vanilla, hugs the candy-like chunks, while a gentle coating of flour ensures the gumdrops are evenly distributed for every bite. With simple, pantry-friendly ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this loaf comes together in just over an hour. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a colorful centerpiece, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: gumdrop loaf recipe, gumdrop bread, festive dessert, easy homemade loaf cake, colorful sweet loaf.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1.5 cups gumdrops (chopped, non-sugar-coated)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for coating gumdrops)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
In a small bowl, toss the chopped gumdrops with 2 tablespoons of flour to coat. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf.
Gently fold the floured gumdrops into the batter using a spatula, ensuring even distribution.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.8 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.4 g | 337% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 2373 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 783.3 g | 285% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 465.6 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*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.
