Best 2 Cherry Apple Loaf Recipes

Indulge in the delectable Cherry Apple Loaf, a symphony of sweet and tart flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic loaf cake combines the best of both worlds, with juicy cherries and crisp apples harmoniously blended into a moist and tender crumb. Each bite offers a burst of fruity goodness, complemented by a hint of warm spices. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Along with the Cherry Apple Loaf, discover variations that cater to different dietary preferences and taste profiles. From a gluten-free version to a vegan adaptation, these recipes ensure that everyone can savor the delightful combination of cherries and apples in a loaf cake.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE, DRIED CHERRY AND ALMOND LOAF

Apple, Dried Cherry and Almond Loaf image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 slices

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup rolled oats
1 1/4 cups milk
2 cups self-rising or wholegrain flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 1/2 ounces dried cherries
1 1/2 ounces dried apples, diced
1/3 cup soft brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons honey, plus more for garnish
1 egg, lightly beaten
5 tablespoons coarsely chopped almonds
Fresh ricotta
Honey, for drizzling

Steps:

Put the oats in a bowl, pour over the milk, and leave them to soak for 30 minutes.
Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
Lightly grease and line the loaf pan with parchment paper, and set aside.
Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl. Then, stir in the rolled oats, dried cherries, dried apples, sugar, cinnamon, honey, egg and 3 tablespoons almonds, mixing everything together well. Spoon the mixture into the loaf pan, leveling the top, and sprinkling over the remaining almonds. Bake the loaf until the crust is golden brown and the interior is cooked, about 45 minutes.
Let it rest shortly in the pan before turning the loaf out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Cut off slices, toast and serve with some fresh ricotta and drizzles of honey.

CHERRY-APPLE LOAF

Cherry-Apple Loaf image

This is a very old recipe cut out of the paper by my Mom many years ago. I think it is very different from any other bread I have seen. I like to make a confectioner's sugar and milk glaze with some cherry juice over the loaf.

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories Other Breads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 Tbsp butter or margarine
2 eggs
1 c applesauce
2 c all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
2/3 c granulated sugar
1 tsp grated lemon peel
2 Tbsp milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c chopped nuts
1/4 c chopped maraschino cherries

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 350 df grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 3 loaf pan
2. Cream butter and sugar til fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each. Add grated lemon peel.
3. Combine applesauce and milk. Sift dry ingredients together. Add alternately with applesauce mixture to creamed mixture.
4. Stir in nut and cherries. Pour into greased loaf dish.
5. Bake at 350 degrees about 45-50 minutes or until done. Remove from pan and cool thoroughly.

Tips:

For a sweeter loaf, use ripe, sweet cherries. If your cherries are tart, you may want to add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the batter.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the loaf tough.
Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The loaf should be golden brown on top.
Let the loaf cool completely before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This cherry apple loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet cherries, tart apples, and warm spices makes this loaf irresistible. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, or a snack, this loaf is sure to be a hit.