Description
This festive quick bread is pure holiday happiness baked into a loaf. Soft, buttery, and tender from rich buttermilk, every slice bursts with colorful sprinkles and a touch of almond warmth. Finished with a glossy glaze and a shower of festive nonpareils, it’s a showstopper for Christmas morning, a brunch centerpiece, or the sweetest edible gift. Best of all—it’s simple, fuss-free, and guaranteed to bring big smiles.
Ingredients
Bread:
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups sugar
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3 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp baking soda
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2 tsp kosher salt
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2 cups buttermilk
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2 large eggs (room temp)
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted & cooled
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1 tsp almond extract (or extra vanilla)
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1 cup Christmas sprinkles (jimmies)
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Optional: 1 cup white chocolate chips or ½ cup dried cranberries
Glaze:
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4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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6 tbsp buttermilk
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2 tbsp light corn syrup
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Festive nonpareils, for topping
Instructions
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Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line two 9×5″ loaf pans.
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Mix dry: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix wet: Whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and almond extract.
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Combine: Fold wet into dry until just combined (a few lumps are okay).
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Add sprinkles: Gently fold in jimmies and optional add-ins.
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Bake: Divide batter between pans. Bake 45–55 min, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool 20 min in pans, then transfer to racks.
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Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, buttermilk, and corn syrup until smooth. Drizzle over cooled loaves, then top with festive nonpareils.
Nutrition
- Calories: 510cal Per Slice
- Sugar: 62g
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 86g