Semi-Sweet Bishop's Bread Recipe

Name: Semi-Sweet Bishop's Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 eggs; 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) flour; 1 tsp (5 ml). salt; 1 (6 oz (168 grm).) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped dates; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped nuts; 1 cup (225 ml) whole candied cherries; 1/2 cup (125 ml) mixed candied fruit; 3 tbsp (45 ml). brandy; Optional: confectioners' sugar frosting

Servings: persons

3 eggs
1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar
1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) flour
1 tsp (5 ml). salt
1 (6 oz (168 grm).) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (225 ml) chopped dates
1 cup (225 ml) chopped nuts
1 cup (225 ml) whole candied cherries
1/2 cup (125 ml) mixed candied fruit
3 tbsp (45 ml). brandy
Optional: confectioners' sugar frosting

1
In a small bowl, beat eggs until thick and lemon colored (about 5 minutes).
2
Gradually beat in sugar and vanilla.
3
In large bowl, combine flour and salt.
4
Add chocolate chips, dates, nuts, candied cherries and fruit; mix together.
5
Fold in egg mixture.
6
Spread in greased and floured 9x5x3-inch loaf pan.
7
Bake in a preheated 325 degree (175 C.) oven for 1 hour.
8
Remove from oven, cool 10 minutes and invert.
9
When cool, pierce top with 1 1/2-inch deep holes, using a toothpick.
10
Slowly pour brandy over top.
11
Wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
12
Store at room temperature overnight.
13
Drizzle with confectioners' sugar frosting, if desired.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 eggs, 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar, 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla, 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) flour, and more.

Yes, Semi-Sweet Bishop's 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.

Semi-Sweet Bishop's Bread

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