Christmas Bread
A sweet, colorful bread adorned with sprinkles, perfect for the holiday season and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Bread Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened to room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup Christmas sprinkles Plus more for topping.
Icing Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Fold in sour cream and whole milk until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in Christmas sprinkles.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let the pan cool for 5 minutes before transferring the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the icing over the cooled loaf and top with additional Christmas sprinkles before allowing the icing to set.
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Notes
For serving, consider toasting slices for a crispy texture or serve warm with cocoa or coffee. Can be stored for up to four days at room temperature or frozen for two months.