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Cherry Bread

Indulge in a tender Cherry Bread infused with the sweet notes of maraschino cherries and almond, perfect for any moment from morning coffee to late-night treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup 2 percent milk
  • 1/2 cup canola oil or vegetable or melted coconut oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 jars maraschino cherries (10 ounces each) ensure they are drained well
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract for extra flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray, or grease with shortening and dust with flour.
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, milk, oil, egg, and almond extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Drain the maraschino cherries, reserving the juice for the glaze, and coarsely chop the cherries. Gently fold them into the batter.
Baking
  1. Pour the bread batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, combine the powdered sugar, melted butter, cherry juice, and almond extract in a small bowl, whisking until smooth.
  2. Once the bread is cool, spread the glaze on top. Avoid glazing while the bread is still warm to prevent melting.

Notes

For optimal texture, serve slices at room temperature with a thin smear of cultured butter or ricotta. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices.