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Cherry Tea Bread

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This Cherry Tea Bread is a delightful quick bread that balances the tartness of sweet cherries with the rich crunch of toasted walnuts. The batter is creamy and dense, yielding a moist crumb that holds up beautifully when sliced. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal treat for a cozy afternoon tea, a casual brunch, or simply as a snack with a cup of coffee. The combination of orange juice and honey in the wet ingredients adds a subtle citrus brightness and natural sweetness that complements the fruit perfectly. Easy to mix and bake, this recipe brings a touch of homemade warmth to your kitchen. Serve it slightly warm from the oven or let it cool completely for a firmer slice. It stores well wrapped, making it a convenient option for last-minute guests or a packed lunch.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8
Calories: 688.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Cherry Tea Bread is a delightful quick bread that balances the tartness of sweet cherries with the rich crunch of toasted walnuts. The batter is creamy and dense, yielding a moist crumb that holds up beautifully when sliced. It&# 226;€™s an ideal treat for a cozy afternoon tea, a casual brunch, or simply as a snack with a cup of coffee. The combination of orange juice and honey in the wet ingredients adds a subtle citrus brightness and natural sweetness that complements the fruit perfectly. Easy to mix and bake, this recipe brings a touch of homemade warmth to your kitchen. Serve it slightly warm from the oven or let it cool completely for a firmer slice. It stores well wrapped, making it a convenient option for last-minute guests or a packed lunch.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts -- coarsely chopped
  • 2 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Double-acting baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/4 cup Sweet cherries in juice --
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2
    Sprinkle the chopped walnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  3. 3
    Remove the walnuts from the oven and set aside to cool. Increase the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  4. 4
    In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  5. 5
    In a small bowl, combine the drained sweet cherries and the toasted walnuts.
  6. 6
    In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy.
  7. 7
    Gradually add the sugar and honey to the butter, beating until the mixture is very light and fluffy.
  8. 8
    Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  9. 9
    Reduce the mixer speed to low. Alternately add the flour mixture and the fresh orange juice to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Reserve 1/4 cup of the flour mixture.
  10. 10
    Toss the cherry and walnut mixture with the reserved 1/4 cup of flour mixture to coat, then gently fold into the batter.
  11. 11
    Turn the batter into a buttered and floured 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
  12. 12
    Bake in the center of the oven for 1 hour, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. 13
    Cool the loaf in the pan for 15 minutes before unmolding onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  14. 14
    Wrap the cooled bread tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one day before serving for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 688.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.9g33%
Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1397.0mg59%
Total Carbohydrate 107.0g36%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g23%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 18.1g37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cherry, bread, quick bread, walnuts, tea bread, baking, dessert, snack, brunch, fruit loaf, orange juice, honey, toasted nuts, homemade, comfort food
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