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Almost Cake: Cherry Almond Bread


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4.7 from 18 reviews

  • Author: Michelle Keith
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 1 loaf 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Moist and flavorful, this quick bread is perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. Enjoy warm with coffee or tea.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cups (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) salt
  • 2 teaspoons (10 g) baking powder
  • 1/3 cups (80 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cups (120 ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 ml) almond extract
  • 1 cups (150 g) cherries, coarsely chopped and patted dry

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. Grease a standard-size loaf pan and set it aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder. Gently fold in the chopped and patted dry cherries.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the large egg, vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just moistened.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  9. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For a more intense almond flavor, toast the almonds lightly before adding them to the batter.
  • If fresh cherries are unavailable, you can substitute 1 cup of frozen cherries (thawed and patted dry).
  • Wrap cooled bread tightly in plastic wrap and then foil for optimal freshness, storing at room temperature up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 100
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 50