Almond Cherry Bread
A delightful bread that combines the sweet and tart flavors of fresh cherries with the nutty aroma of almond, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Bread Ingredients
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour, plus 1 tablespoon for cherries Forms the base of the bread, giving it a fluffy texture.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the bread and balances the tartness of the cherries.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps the bread rise, creating a light crumb.
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt Enhances flavors.
- 2 large eggs, room temperature Provides moisture and richness.
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream Adds creaminess and tang.
- 1/3 cup whole milk Keeps the bread moist.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled Adds richness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Provides warmth.
- 1 teaspoon almond extract Enhances almond flavor.
- 1.5 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved or quartered Adds vibrancy and flavor.
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds Offers crunch.
Glaze Ingredients
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the glaze.
- 1-2 tablespoons milk Thins out the glaze.
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract Enhances the glaze.
- a pinch fine salt Brings flavors together.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Pat the cherries dry and toss them with 1 tablespoon of flour. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups of flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, yogurt (or sour cream), milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
- Gently add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in the coated cherries.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
Baking
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, almond extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust with more milk if necessary.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf and let it set before slicing.
Notes
Pat cherries dry before using and avoid overmixing the batter.