Best 3 Almond Tea Bread Recipes

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Are you looking for a sweet treat that is bursting with almond flavor? Almond tea bread is a delicious and moist quick bread made with almond flour, almond extract, and a hint of cinnamon. It is a popular choice for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. With its simple preparation, this recipe can be enjoyed by bakers of all skill levels.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ALMOND TEA BREAD



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My aunt brought her tea bread recipe with her from Scotland, and enjoying a fresh-baked loaf has become a family tradition during the holidays. Each slice is loaded with red cherries. -Kathleen Showers, Briggsdale, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (8 ounces) almond paste
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups fresh pitted cherries or blueberries
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine almond paste and butter; beat until well blended. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a small bowl, gently toss cherries and 1 tablespoon flour. Set aside., Combine the baking powder, salt, remaining flour; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Spoon a sixth of the batter into each of two greased and floured 8x4-in. loaf pans; sprinkle layers with half of the fruit. Cover with another layer of batter and sprinkle with remaining fruit. Top with remaining batter; smooth with spatula. , Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1-1/4 hours. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON ALMOND TEA BREAD



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I jotted this recipe down from a magazine at my mom's house. It is one of my daughter-in-law's favorite and she requests it whenever they come over for dinner.

Provided by Sandy in Oklahoma

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons lemon rind, divided
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Beat softened butter at medium speed with mixer. Gradually add 1 cup granulated sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating until just blended after each egg.
  • Stir together flour, baking powder and salt. Alternate with milk and add flour mixture to butter mixture. Beat on low speed, begin and end with flour mixture. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon rind and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
  • Spoon into greased and floured 8x4 loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until wooden pick stuck in center comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then cool on wire rack.
  • For Glaze: Stir together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Spoon over top of bread and let it drip down the sides. Stir together remaining tablespoon of lemon rind and tablespoon of granulated sugar. Sprinkle on top of bread while glaze is still wet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.7, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 57, Sodium 198.8, Carbohydrate 40.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 27.7, Protein 3.1

LEMON ALMOND TEA BREAD



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I couldn't believe what a great combination of tastes this would be in my mouth! We were extremely happy, my mouth and I!

Provided by Angela (Grammy) Derby

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 c butter, melted
1 c sugar
4 eggs
1/2 tsp pure almond extract
3 c all-purpose flour, sifted
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 c milk
2 Tbsp grated lemon peel or 1 tbsp. dried lemon zest
1 c chopped nuts, optional
6 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2-3/4 c confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325'F. Prepare 2 loaf pans. (I sprayed mine with Pam)
  • 2. Combine the butter and 1 cup sugar; blend well. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Add almond extract.
  • 3. Sift together dry ingredients; add to egg mixture alternately with milk. Blend just enough to mix. Fold in lemon peel and nuts.
  • 4. Turn into greased loaf pans (aluminum or glass). Bake in slow oven 325'F. for 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. (If it isn't done in 35 minutes, just add 2 minutes at a time. My loaves today took 37 minutes total.)
  • 5. Mix 6 Tbsp. of lemon juice and 1/2 -3/4 cup confectioners sugar. Immediately spoon over hot loaf in pan. Cool 10 minutes, then remove from pan. Cool on rack. Do not cut until completely cooled. Makes 2 loaves

Tips:

  • Soften the butter and cream cheese to room temperature before creaming together for a smooth and rich batter.
  • Use a fine-mesh sieve to sift the flour, baking powder, and salt before adding them to the wet ingredients. This aerates the flour and helps prevent lumps in the batter.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter is smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the chopped almonds just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  • Bake the tea bread in a preheated oven to ensure that it cooks evenly and doesn't brown too quickly.
  • Let the tea bread cool completely before slicing and serving to allow the flavors to develop and the bread to firm up.

Conclusion:

Almond tea bread is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. With its moist texture, nutty flavor, and sweet glaze, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe or something with a twist, there's an almond tea bread recipe out there for you. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet and satisfying, give one of these recipes a try.

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