Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread (Print-Friendly Version)
Perfect for December celebrations, this buttermilk bread boasts Christmas colors from festive sprinkles and a sweet glaze. Ideal as a holiday loaf, breakfast, or treat, it’s delightfully moist with hints of almond. Definitely one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Bread
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
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1/2 cup red and green sprinkles
→ Glaze
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2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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3 tablespoons buttermilk, plus more as needed
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1 tablespoon light corn syrup
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Assorted nonpareils, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan and line with parchment paper if desired.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, lightly beaten egg, melted unsalted butter, and almond extract until fully incorporated.
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Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until almost combined. Fold in the red and green sprinkles gently to avoid bleeding colors.
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Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the surface and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack. Let cool completely for 1–2 hours before glazing.
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In a bowl, whisk together sifted powdered sugar, buttermilk, and light corn syrup until a thick, pourable consistency is achieved. Add extra buttermilk 1 teaspoon at a time if necessary.
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Spoon glaze over the fully cooled bread, allowing some to drip down the sides. Sprinkle generously with nonpareils as decoration before the glaze sets.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Fold in sprinkles gently to preserve color definition. Cool bread completely to ensure glaze sets properly.