Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread Recipe
This festive Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread is a moist and tender quick bread bursting with colorful red and green sprinkles, perfect for holiday celebrations. The subtle tang of buttermilk combined with a tender crumb and a lightly sweetened sugar topping makes it a delightful treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to brighten your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (210g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (240ml)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- ½ cup red and green sprinkles (jimmies style; avoid nonpareils)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional topping)
- Additional sprinkles for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prepare it for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to combine evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk until fully mixed.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender bread texture.
- Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the red and green sprinkles, taking care not to overmix, to preserve the colorful appearance and prevent bleeding.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the coarse sugar and additional sprinkles on top if desired for extra texture and decoration.
- Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. This ensures the bread is fully cooked through.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use jimmies style sprinkles rather than nonpareils to prevent color bleeding in the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour and sprinkles to maintain a tender crumb and vibrant sprinkle colors.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Optional coarse sugar topping adds a delightful crunch and festive sparkle on the crust.
Keywords: Christmas bread, holiday quick bread, buttermilk bread, sprinkle bread, festive baking, holiday recipe, colorful bread
