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Almond Cranberry Bread with White Chocolate Glaze

Almond Cranberry Bread with White Chocolate Glaze

A sweet, nutty bread studded with tart cranberries and topped with a creamy white chocolate glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1 loaf (10 slices)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

For the Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream or milk

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep the Oven and Pan

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup melted and cooled unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk + lemon juice mixture).

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—this keeps the bread tender.

Step 5: Fold in the Add-Ins

  • Gently fold in 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries and 1/2 cup sliced almonds. If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them first.

Step 6: Bake the Bread

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Make the White Chocolate Glaze

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup white chocolate chips and 1 tbsp heavy cream or milk.
  • Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.

Step 8: Glaze and Serve

  • Drizzle the white chocolate glaze over the cooled bread.
  • Sprinkle with additional sliced almonds or dried cranberries for garnish, if desired.
  • Slice and serve.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Optional)
here’s an estimate per serving (based on 10 slices):
Calories: 280
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Sugar: 20g