Holiday Prune Butter Bread Recipe

Name: Holiday Prune Butter Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. lightly packed pitted prunes; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. honey; 3 to 3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1 pkg. active dry yeast; 1 tsp. ground cardamom; 1 c. milk; 1/2 c. margarine or butter; 1/3 c. sugar; 3 eggs; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 c. whole wheat flour; 1 c. chopped walnuts; 2 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 Tbsp. melted margarine or butter

Servings: persons

1 c. lightly packed pitted prunes
1 tsp. lemon juice
2 Tbsp. honey
3 to 3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 pkg. active dry yeast
1 tsp. ground cardamom
1 c. milk
1/2 c. margarine or butter
1/3 c. sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. whole wheat flour
1 c. chopped walnuts
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 Tbsp. melted margarine or butter

1
For prune butter, in a saucepan, combine prunes, lemon juice and 3/4 cup of water.
2
Bring to boiling.
3
Reduce heat.
4
Simmer, covered, for 40 minutes.
5
Remove from heat; stir in honey.
6
Cool. Place in a food processor bowl.
7
Process until smooth.
8
Cover and cool.

1568

kcal

Calories

Fat

184

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 c. lightly packed pitted prunes, 1 tsp. lemon juice, 2 Tbsp. honey, 3 to 3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Holiday Prune Butter Bread falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Holiday Prune Butter Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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