Finger Lakes Grape Bread Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Recipe Yield: 2 loaves
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Description
This delightful Finger Lakes Grape Bread recipe emerges from a tiny, charming cookbook purchased at Joseph’s Wayside Market in Naples, NY. It’s a response to the surprising lack of grape bread recipes out there, making it a unique addition to your baking repertoire. With its moist texture and the natural sweetness of grapes, this quick bread serves as a perfect treat for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. As you savor the rich flavors, you can imagine the rolling hills and lush vineyards of the Finger Lakes region that inspired this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | eggs |
| 2 cups | sugar |
| 2 teaspoons | vanilla extract |
| 2 ½ cups | all-purpose flour |
| 1 teaspoon | salt |
| ¾ teaspoon | baking soda |
| 1 teaspoon | ground cinnamon |
| 1 cup | grape skins |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutritional Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2545.4 |
| Total Fat | 118.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 317.2 mg |
| Sodium | 1610.8 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 345.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g |
| Sugars | 201.5 g |
| Protein | 28.9 g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (163°C). This ensures that your bread will bake evenly and rise beautifully.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients, except for the grape skins. This will include the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, flour, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon. Stir the mixture until everything is well blended, and you achieve a smooth batter.
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Fold in Grape Skins: Once the batter is well mixed, gently fold in the grape skins. Be careful not to overmix; you want to maintain the integrity of the grape skins for texture and flavor.
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Prepare the Pans: Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans generously with oil to prevent the bread from sticking.
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Pour the Batter: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula for an even bake.
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Bake: Place the loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick or a cake tester into the center of the bread; it should come out clean when the bread is fully cooked.
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Cool: Once baked, allow the bread to stand in the pans for about 5 minutes. This cooling period makes it easier to remove the bread from the pans without breaking.
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Remove from Pans: Carefully turn the pans upside down to release the loaves. Let the breads cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Enjoy the sweet, fruity flavor of this Finger Lakes Grape Bread, perfect for sharing with friends and family or indulging in your quiet moments. This unique recipe not only celebrates the flavors of the Finger Lakes but also serves as a testament to the joy of baking with fresh, local ingredients. Whether you enjoy it plain, toasted, or with a spread of butter, this grape bread is sure to become a cherished recipe in your collection.