Gumdrop Loaves Recipe

Name: Gumdrop Loaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 4 large eggs; 2 cups unsweetened applesauce; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 cups small gumdrops; 1-1/2 cups chopped pecans; 1-1/2 cups chopped dates; 1 cup raisins; 1/3 cup red candied cherries, cut in half; 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups small gumdrops
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1-1/2 cups chopped dates
1 cup raisins
1/3 cup red candied cherries, cut in half
4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, applesauce and vanilla (batter will appear curdled). Remove black gumdrops and save for another use. In a large bowl, combine the gumdrops, pecans, dates, raisins, cherries and 1 cup flour; toss to coat. Combine the baking soda, cinnamon, pie spice and remaining flour; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Fold in gumdrop mixture.
2
Pour into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 300u00b0 for 45 minutes; cover loosely with foil. Bake 45 minutes longer or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

1634

kcal

Calories

Fat

219

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup packed brown sugar, 4 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Gumdrop Loaves falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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