Sour Cherry Tea Bread Recipe

Name: Sour Cherry Tea Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) can tart red cherries; 1/2 cup butter; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups flour, divided; 3 tablespoons buttermilk; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup walnuts

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan and reserve.
2
Drain the cherries very well and pulp in the blender. Do not puree.
3
Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl.
4
Remove 1 tablespoon of flour and reserve.
5
Combine remaining flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl. Add these dry ingredients to creamed mixture, alternately with the buttermilk.
6
Add the beaten eggs, almond extract and pulped cherries to the batter. u0003 Stir the reserved tablespoon of flour into the nuts, coating well. Add the floured nuts to the batter. Stir to incorporate all ingredients.
7
Bake in prepared loaf pan in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes and remove.

1057

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) can tart red cherries, 1/2 cup butter, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Sour Cherry Tea Bread 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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Sour Cherry Tea Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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