Introducing the delightful “Polka Dot Quick Bread,” a scrumptious creation that has undergone a personal touch, transforming it into a culinary masterpiece worth savoring! Originally discovered on Recipezaar, this recipe has now found a new home, with a few tweaks that make it stand out as a perfect rendition. 🌟
Polka Dot Quick Bread Recipe
Category: Breads
Keywords: Fruit, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Cranberries |
| 3/4 | Milk |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/4 | Butter |
| 1/4 | Unbleached flour |
| 2 | Sugar |
| 1 | Baking powder |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Cheddar cheese |
| 1/2 | Walnuts |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 376.8
- Fat Content: 14.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 52.3mg
- Sodium Content: 387.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 55.2g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 26.9g
- Protein Content: 7.8g
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5 out of 5 stars)
Review Count: 4
Description:
Imagine a quick bread that seamlessly blends the tartness of cranberries, the richness of cheddar cheese, and the crunch of walnuts, resulting in a symphony of flavors that captivates your taste buds. This Polka Dot Quick Bread, with its well-balanced sweetness and hearty texture, is not only an ideal grab-and-go breakfast but also a comforting late-night snack that pairs perfectly with a glass of milk. The creator envisions this becoming a go-to gift during the festive season, particularly at Christmas. 🎄
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 9 X 5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
- Coarsely chop the cranberries and set aside in a small bowl.
- In a medium bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter (cooled), and orange juice with a whisk; set aside.
- Sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl.
- Add the chopped cranberries, cheese, and nuts to the flour mixture and toss to coat cranberries.
- Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just moistened.
- Pour into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 1 hour until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan on a rack for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan. (It is important to let it cool, otherwise, the bread might stick as you turn it out!)
- Cool to room temperature on the wire rack before slicing.
This Polka Dot Quick Bread recipe invites you to embark on a culinary journey, blending the freshness of cranberries with the richness of cheddar cheese and the satisfying crunch of walnuts. The result? A delectable bread that not only elevates your breakfast routine but also makes for a thoughtful and delightful gift, especially during the festive season. Enjoy the warmth of homemade goodness with each flavorful bite! 🍞✨