Sweet Onion-Almond Bread

This Sweet Onion-Almond Bread is a unique twist on traditional quick breads, combining the savory sweetness of caramelized onions with the nutty depth of almonds and almond extract. The result is a tender, moist loaf with a beautiful golden crust and a complex flavor profile that bridges the gap between savory and sweet. It features a soft crumb studded with crunchy almond slices and soft onion pieces, making every bite interesting. Perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or as a sophisticated accompaniment to cheese boards and soups. This recipe requires no yeast, making it a quick and easy treat that delivers impressive results with pantry staples. Serve it warm with a pat of butter for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 1439.9

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This Sweet Onion-Almond Bread is a unique twist on traditional quick breads, combining the savory sweetness of caramelized onions with the nutty depth of almonds and almond extract. The result is a tender, moist loaf with a beautiful golden crust and a complex flavor profile that bridges the gap between savory and sweet. It features a soft crumb studded with crunchy almond slices and soft onion pieces, making every bite interesting. Perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or as a sophisticated accompaniment to cheese boards and soups. This recipe requires no yeast, making it a quick and easy treat that delivers impressive results with pantry staples. Serve it warm with a pat of butter for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

1 cup Sweet onions, chopped
1/2 cup Butter, melted
3 cup Flour
1 tablespoon Baking powder
1/2 cup Sugar
1 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Sliced almonds
2 Eggs
1 1/2 cup Milk
1 teaspoon Almond extract

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease an 8x5 inch loaf pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
2
Heat 1/4 cup of the melted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped sweet onions and saut until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
4
Add the cooked onions and sliced almonds to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
5
In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, remaining 1/4 cup melted butter, and almond extract until smooth.
6
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. The batter may be slightly lumpy; do not overmix.
7
Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8
Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 20 minutes.
9
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1439.9kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 59.7g92%
Saturated Fat 19.3g97%
Cholesterol 159.6mg54%
Sodium 5666.6mg237%
Total Carbohydrate 191.3g64%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g54%
Sugars 40.5g
Protein 38.0g76%

* 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: almond, almond bread, baking, bread, butter, caramelized onions, eggs, extract, flour, homemade bread, international, milk, onion bread, quick bread, salt, sliced almonds, sugar, sweet onions, vegetarian, yeast free

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