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Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread

Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread
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Indulge in the festive spirit with this Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread, a delightful quick bread that brings together a soft, tender texture and a sweet almond flavor, all topped off with colorful sprinkles. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a charming holiday gift. With its thick buttermilk glaze and vibrant nonpareils, this bread not only tastes fantastic but also looks stunning on any holiday table. Whether you’re baking for family gatherings or preparing thoughtful gifts for friends, this cheerful recipe will surely brighten your celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ cup Christmas-colored sprinkles (jimmies)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 3 tablespoons buttermilk (plus more as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • Nonpareils (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5-inch aluminum loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and almond extract.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined; gently fold in the sprinkles.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cooling in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Once cooled, prepare the glaze with powdered sugar and buttermilk; drizzle over the bread and top with nonpareils.

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