Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Almond Cherry Bread, a perfect blend of sweet cherries and rich almond essence. This moist and tender bread, made with Greek yogurt and buttermilk, is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack. The addition of an almond glaze not only enhances its taste but also adds a stunning finish that will impress family and friends. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll find it easy to whip up this delicious treat any time of the year!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp almond extract
3/4 cup white granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups cherries (fresh or canned)
1 tbsp corn starch
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line an 8½-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine eggs, Greek yogurt, buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, almond extract, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; then fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
Toss pitted cherries with corn starch and fold into the batter along with sliced almonds.
Pour batter into prepared pan, reserving some cherries and almonds for topping.
Bake for about 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the glaze, whisk confectioner’s sugar with cream and almond extract until smooth; drizzle over cooled bread.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
Calories: 236
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 36mg

Keywords: For best results, use fresh cherries for optimal flavor. Feel free to customize your bread by adding nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.