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A Festive and Moist Holiday Favorite Recipe

A Festive and Moist Holiday Favorite Recipe
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This Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread is a festive and moist holiday favorite, featuring tender buttermilk bread studded with vibrant red and green sprinkles. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunches, or as a cheerful treat to share, this loaf combines classic buttery flavors with a fun, colorful twist. The bread is easy to make and topped with optional coarse sugar and extra sprinkles for added sparkle.

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)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for topping
  • Optional: Additional sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan to ensure the bread releases easily after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted and slightly cooled butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk until fully incorporated.
  4. Incorporate Dry Into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and light.
  5. Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the red and green sprinkles, being careful not to overmix to prevent the colors from bleeding into the batter.
  6. Transfer Batter & Add Topping: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the coarse sugar and additional sprinkles on top if you desire extra texture and color.
  7. Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
  8. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Then remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use jimmies-style sprinkles instead of nonpareils to prevent color bleeding into the batter.
  • Make sure the melted butter is cooled slightly to avoid cooking the eggs when mixing.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb.
  • For a more festive presentation, garnish the top with extra sprinkles after baking while the bread is still slightly warm so they stick well.
  • This bread is best enjoyed within 2-3 days stored at room temperature wrapped tightly or refrigerated for longer freshness.

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Keywords: Christmas bread, festive bread, buttermilk bread, sprinkles bread, holiday recipe, holiday breakfast, easy bread recipe, moist bread

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