Dried Cherry Almond Bread

Sweet, nutty, and irresistibly moist, this Dried Cherry Almond Bread is the perfect combination of fruity and nutty flavors in every bite. Crafted with tangy chopped dried cherries and crunchy sliced almonds, this quick bread is balanced with a tender crumb thanks to the addition of buttermilk and melted butter. Ideal as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make loaf is lightly sweetened and can be dressed up with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the recipe delivers bakery-quality results from the comfort of your kitchen. Whether paired with coffee or enjoyed on its own, this bread is a delightful crowd-pleaser you’ll want to bake again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 whole egg, large
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups dried cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cups sliced almonds
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour an 8x4-inch (20x10 cm) loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix just until incorporated; do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the dried cherries and sliced almonds gently until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(969.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2952.4

Total Fat 97.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 342.0mg	0%
Sodium 3506.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 480.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 261.3g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 166.9IU	0%
Calcium 588.3mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1498.5mg	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: 29.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 63.7%