Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread (Printable View)
Moist buttermilk bread dotted with red and green sprinkles, finished with a sweet, festive topping.
# Ingredient List:
→ Batter
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1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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½ cup red and green jimmies sprinkles
→ Topping (optional)
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1 tablespoon coarse sugar
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Additional sprinkles for garnish
# Preparation Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined.
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In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and buttermilk until fully incorporated.
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Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
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Gently fold in red and green jimmies sprinkles, mixing minimally to prevent the colors from bleeding.
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Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle coarse sugar and additional sprinkles over the surface as desired.
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Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
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Allow to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing.
# Supplementary Details:
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For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature before beginning. Avoid using nonpareil sprinkles as their colors may bleed.