Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Pistachio Bread, a vibrant and festive treat that combines the rich flavor of pistachios with the sweetness of maraschino cherries. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, making it an excellent choice for breakfast, dessert, or as a thoughtful gift. The stunning presentation, complemented by a luscious almond glaze, will impress your family and friends while offering a unique taste that stands out among traditional sweet breads. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself, this colorful dessert loaf is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
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- 1 package yellow cake mix
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup maraschino cherries (halved)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–2.5 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two small loaf pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine yellow cake mix and pistachio pudding. Add eggs, vegetable oil, water, and sour cream; beat until smooth.
- Fold in drained and halved maraschino cherries gently into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg