Cherry Very Almond Bread

Indulge your senses with Cherry Very Almond Bread, a delightfully moist loaf bursting with the sweet-tart richness of chopped maraschino cherries and the nutty crunch of sliced almonds. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a tea-time treat, this easy-to-make bread is elevated by aromatic almond and vanilla extracts, creating a flavor profile that’s both comforting and elegant. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s as effortless as it is irresistible. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect finishing touch to this charming sweet bread, making it ideal for special occasions or as a simple indulgence. Try this crowd-pleasing cherry almond bread for a bakery-quality treat right from your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons almond extract
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cups whole milk
• 1 cups maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
• 0.5 cups sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vanilla extract, almond extract, eggs, and whole milk until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries and sliced almonds, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

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

Step 9

If desired, sift powdered sugar over the cooled loaf for a light dusting of sweetness before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1180.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3610.2

Total Fat 148.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 652.3mg	0%
Sodium 2097.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 525.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 320.5g
Protein 58.4g	0%

Vitamin D 162.5IU	0%
Calcium 569.5mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1268.0mg	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: 36.3%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 57.3%