FESTIVE BUTTER ALMOND LOAF

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This loaf is rich, flavorful and moist, perfect for the Christmas Season! Actually, if you omit the red or green cherries, it's perfect for ANY time of year! (Keep one, and give one away as a gift!) I think it tastes even better the next day!

Provided by truebrit

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loaves, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups milk
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 red maraschino cherries or 3 green maraschino cherries, for garnish
1 cup powdered sugar
3 teaspoons water
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease two medium loaf pans.
  • In large bowl, mix first six ingredients, and beat on high speed for 5 minutes.
  • Fold in flour, baking powder and salt, alternately with the milk.
  • Pour into pans, and sprinkle almonds on top of each loaf.
  • Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until lightly browned and done.
  • When loaves have cooled slightly, loosen edges, and turn out onto wire rack.
  • Drizzle glaze over loaves.
  • To make glaze, beat powdered sugar, water and extract together in a small bowl until smooth.
  • If glaze is too thick, add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of water.
  • Decorate with cherries.

Carmi Grobler
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I'm always looking for new and festive recipes for the holidays. This butter almond loaf is a great addition to my holiday baking repertoire.


Malki Malki
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This loaf was so moist and flavorful. The almond flavor was subtle and not overpowering. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Akarome Richard
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I was looking for a festive dessert for my Christmas party and this butter almond loaf fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to make and everyone loved it.


Sk Tax bd
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This festive butter almond loaf was the perfect addition to my holiday table. It was moist and flavorful, and the almond flavor was the perfect touch.


Abenezer Wendmaghe
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I made this loaf for my family and they loved it. It was the perfect dessert to end our holiday meal.


Malik Anzal
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This loaf was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. I'm definitely going to be making this again for my next party.


Mitchell Connor
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I'm not usually a big fan of almond desserts, but this loaf was surprisingly delicious. The almond flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Elizabeth Shadracky
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I made this loaf for my Christmas party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the almond flavor.


Firdousi Ohunene
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This festive butter almond loaf was a bit of a disappointment. It was dry and lacked flavor.


Musa Cham
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I'm always looking for new and festive recipes for the holidays. This butter almond loaf is a great addition to my holiday baking repertoire.


Daniel Mutie
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This loaf was so easy to make and it turned out beautifully. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Ela Wegrzycka
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I've never been a fan of almond desserts, but this loaf was delicious. The butter and almond flavors were perfectly balanced.


Hanif Mia
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I was disappointed by this recipe. The loaf was dry and the almond flavor was overpowering.


Waqar Ali Mallah
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This loaf was a bit too sweet for me, but my family loved it. I think I'll try reducing the sugar by half next time.


Lil Goated
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I made this loaf for my family and they loved it. It was the perfect combination of sweet and nutty.


taimmahmud mukto
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but this recipe was foolproof.


Pete Jones
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This loaf was so moist and flavorful. The almond flavor was subtle but delicious.


Nusrat Shifa
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great go-to for a quick and easy dessert.


sandile chonco
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This festive butter almond loaf was a hit at my holiday party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.


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