Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread Recipe
Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread is a moist and festive holiday treat, bursting with colorful red and green sprinkles throughout a tender buttermilk-infused batter. Perfect for holiday breakfasts or dessert tables, this loaf combines classic flavors with cheerful decoration, crowned with optional coarse sugar or additional sprinkles for extra sparkle.
- 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
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (210g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 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
- ½ cup red and green sprinkles (jimmies style; avoid nonpareils)
Optional Topping
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar
- Additional sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it generously to ensure the bread does not stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted and cooled butter with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and uniform. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition to fully incorporate. Stir in the vanilla extract and buttermilk until combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Fold in Sprinkles: Carefully fold the red and green jimmies-style sprinkles into the batter, making sure they are evenly distributed but without overmixing to prevent the colors from bleeding.
- Fill Pan and Add Topping: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle with the optional coarse sugar and additional sprinkles on top to add extra festive charm.
- Bake the Bread: Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the bread is fully baked.
- Cool and Serve: 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 avoid color bleeding during baking.
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the bread light and tender.
- The bread stores well covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
- For an extra festive touch, drizzle with a simple glaze or cream cheese frosting after cooling.
Keywords: Christmas bread, festive bread, holiday baking, buttermilk bread, sprinkle bread, holiday breakfast, colorful bread
