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Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread

Joyful Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread for Festive Mornings

This Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread is a delightful treat, perfect for festive mornings with its vibrant sprinkles and sweet buttermilk flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blend works too.
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust to your liking.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check for freshness before use.
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda Additional leavening that pairs well with buttermilk.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Substitute with regular salt if needed.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Use yogurt or milk with vinegar if you prefer.
  • 1 large Large Egg A flax egg serves as a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Vegetable oil can replace it for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Vanilla extract is a great substitute if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Sprinkles Use jimmies in batter and nonpareils for topping.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift it for the smoothest consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Buttermilk Helps adjust glaze consistency to your preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Corn Syrup Smoothens the glaze and adds shine.
  • 2 tablespoons Nonpareils For decorative topping; add after glazing.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch aluminum loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position the oven rack in the upper third.
  2. Line a 9x5 inch aluminum loaf pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix large egg, buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, and almond extract until smooth.
  5. Carefully combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed, then fold in the sprinkles.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, additional buttermilk, and light corn syrup until smooth to prepare the glaze.
  9. Once cooled, spoon the glaze generously over the top and sprinkle with nonpareils.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow the loaf to cool completely before glazing.

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