Festive Delight Bread
This delightful bread, based on a classic recipe from Taste of Home, captures the spirit of the holiday season with its medley of flavors and textures. Filled with succulent mandarin oranges, sweet dates, and tart cherries, each bite is a festival of taste. The added crunch of sliced almonds, the creaminess of coconut, and the rich chocolate chips create an exceptionally festive treat perfect for sharing with family and friends during Christmas gatherings. It’s not just a treat for your palate; it also makes for a thoughtful gift when wrapped up beautifully for loved ones.
16
Servings
200
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
sugar
1 cup
eggs
2
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
all-purpose flour
2 cups
baking soda
1 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
mashed banana
1 cup (about 2 medium)
mandarin oranges
11 ounces (drained)
flaked coconut
1 cup
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup
sliced almonds
2/3 cup (divided)
maraschino cherries
1/2 cup (chopped)
dates
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch x 4-inch x 2-inch loaf pans.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with mashed bananas, mixing just until combined.
5
Fold in the drained mandarin oranges, flaked coconut, semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup of the sliced almonds, chopped maraschino cherries, and chopped dates until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. Sprinkle the remaining sliced almonds on top of each loaf.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Once baked, allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
8.75g
Fat
27.5g
Carbs
2.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Delight Bread?
Festive Delight Bread is a festive quick bread filled with mandarin oranges, dates, cherries, coconut, chocolate chips, and almonds, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Is Festive Delight Bread a yeast bread or a quick bread?
This is a quick bread recipe, meaning it uses baking soda as a leavening agent instead of yeast.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe makes two 8-inch x 4-inch x 2-inch loaves.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
How long does the bread need to bake?
The bread should bake for approximately 50 to 55 minutes.
How do I know when the Festive Delight Bread is finished baking?
The loaves are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
What fruits are included in this recipe?
The recipe includes mashed bananas, drained mandarin oranges, chopped maraschino cherries, and chopped dates.
Are there nuts in Festive Delight Bread?
Yes, the recipe uses 2/3 cup of sliced almonds, divided between the batter and the topping.
Can I make this recipe nut-free?
Yes, you can omit the sliced almonds if you have a nut allergy.
What kind of chocolate chips should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Does this bread contain coconut?
Yes, it contains 1 cup of flaked coconut for added texture and flavor.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe yields approximately 16 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each serving provides about 2.25g of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is approximately 8.75g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a slice?
Each slice contains about 27.5g of carbohydrates.
Do I need to grease the pans?
Yes, you should grease two 8-inch x 4-inch x 2-inch loaf pans before adding the batter.
Should the butter be melted or softened?
The butter should be softened so it can be creamed together with the sugar.
How many eggs are required?
This recipe requires 2 large eggs.
What type of flour is used?
The recipe uses 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Do I need to drain the mandarin oranges?
Yes, the 11 ounces of mandarin oranges should be drained before being folded into the batter.
Can I use an electric mixer?
Yes, an electric mixer is recommended for creaming the butter and sugar on medium speed.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
Is there vanilla extract in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What is the leavening agent used?
This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda as the leavening agent.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sugar.
Can I gift this bread to others?
Yes, it is noted as a thoughtful gift when wrapped up beautifully for loved ones during the holidays.
What should I do with the remaining almonds?
After mixing some into the batter, the remaining sliced almonds should be sprinkled on top of each loaf before baking.
How many bananas do I need?
You need 1 cup of mashed banana, which is approximately 2 medium-sized bananas.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this bread?
The bread features a medley of citrus, tropical coconut, rich chocolate, sweet dates, and nutty almonds.