Cherry Loaf

Treat yourself to the irresistible charm of homemade cherry loaf, a tender and moist quick bread packed with the natural sweetness of fresh cherries. This recipe combines the delicate flavors of vanilla and buttery richness with juicy bursts of cherry in every bite, creating a dessert or snack that’s as elegant as it is comforting. Perfect for brunch, tea time, or a simple dessert, this easy-to-follow recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. The highlight of this loaf? Fresh pitted cherries folded into the batter for a fruity twist, with a touch of powdered sugar dusted on top for an optional decorative finish. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cherry loaf is a delightful way to elevate any moment.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 200 grams Fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender crumb.

Step 6

Gently fold in the pitted and halved cherries using a spatula, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top begins to brown too quickly, tent the loaf with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.

Step 9

Allow the cherry loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(972.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2743.0

Total Fat 113.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 637.8mg	0%
Sodium 2064.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 398.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 198.6g
Protein 45.5g	0%

Vitamin D 136.5IU	0%
Calcium 296.5mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1085.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 57.0%