Best 7 Cheery Cherry Loaf Recipes

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Embrace the delightful experience of baking a joyous cherry loaf, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a realm of sweet indulgence. With its vibrant crimson hue and tantalizing aroma, this delectable treat is a cherished classic that promises to elevate any occasion. As you embark on this culinary adventure, let us guide you through the art of crafting the perfect cherry loaf, unlocking the secrets to creating a moist, fluffy masterpiece that bursts with the essence of sun-ripened cherries. Prepare to indulge your senses as we unveil the secrets to a delightful journey into the world of cherry loaf perfection.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHERRY LOAF



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This bread was very good. I made it a few years ago. I love desserts with marashino cherries. From Jean Paré.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter, soften
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 tablespoons maraschino cherries, chopped, juice reserved
2 tablespoons cherry juice (maraschino juice)
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add the egg, almond extract and vanilla while beating. Add cherries and the juices. Beat to combine everything.
  • Put flour in a small bowl. Add baking powder and salt. Add to the mixture of cherries. Stir just enough to wet the dry ingredients. Pour the dough in a greased loaf pan. Cook in the oven at 350 F for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in it comes out dry. Cut in 8 slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.7, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 34.7, Sodium 142.8, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 12.9, Protein 2.5

CHEERY CHERRY LOAF



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You can serve this loaf year-round- but its cherries give it a pretty Christmasy look. In addition to being a lovely gift, it's something I often include in meals at home. I have also entered my loaf in fairs, where it's always a winner. I'm a widow (three grown daughters) who enjoys baking and crafting.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 jar (6 ounces) red maraschino cherries
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 jar (8 ounces) green maraschino cherries, drained and cut up
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Drain red cherries, reserving liquid; add water, if needed, to liquid to equal 1/3 cup. Cut up cherries; set cherries and liquid aside. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, butter and cherry liquid; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in the red and green cherries, pecans and orange zest. , Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHERRY AND RAISIN LOAF



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A lovely fruity tea time bread! Gorgeous topped with clotted cream or just butter.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons bread machine yeast
3 cups bread flour
½ cup raisins
½ cup dried cherries

Steps:

  • Place the milk, butter, brown sugar, egg, salt, cinnamon, yeast and bread flour into the pan of a bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select the white bread cycle. About 5 minutes before the end of the mixing process, add the raisins and cherries. If your bread machine has a fruit setting, use that.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 277.6 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

DARK CHOCOLATE CHERRY LOAF CAKE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick baking spray, for the pan
One 15.25-ounce box dark chocolate cake mix
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup salted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cherry preserves
Splash of milk
6 drops red food coloring
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment, allowing it to hang over the sides. Spray the parchment with baking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, milk, melted butter and eggs until smooth. Fold in the chocolate chunks. Add the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Place the loaf pan on a sheet pan and bake until a cake tester comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool slightly before removing it from the cake pan, then allow the cake to cool completely, about an hour.
  • For the cherry glaze: Mix the powdered sugar, preserves and milk until thoroughly combined; it should be thick but pourable. Add the food coloring and mix through. Pour the icing over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Sprinkle over the mini chocolate chips. Slice and serve.

CHERRY LOAF CAKE



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Make this moreish cherry cake for afternoon tea or a coffee morning. Made with sweet glacé cherries and crunchy almonds, it won't last long

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

200g soft unsalted butter, plus extra for the tin
200g golden caster sugar
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract (optional)
75g glacé cherries, patted dry if in syrup, then quartered
175g self-raising flour
50g ground almonds
½ tsp baking powder
100g icing sugar
a drop of almond extract
1-2 tbsp milk
2 tbsp toasted flaked almonds

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Butter a 900g loaf tin and line with baking parchment. Beat the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy, then beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla and almond extract (if using).
  • Toss the cherries with 2 tbsp of the flour in a bowl. Tip the rest of the flour, the ground almonds, baking powder and a pinch of salt into the bowl with the sugar and eggs, and mix until just combined. Fold in the cherries and any remaining flour in the bowl. Spoon into the prepared tin and smooth over the top.
  • Bake for 50-55 mins, or until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean. Leave to cool for 10 mins in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve as it is, or mix the icing sugar with the extract and enough milk to make a thick but pourable consistency. Drizzle over the loaf cake, and scatter over the flaked almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

CHERRY-CHOCOLATE LOAF



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I am very proud of my banana bread recipe, which is why I adapted it into this amazing cherry-chocolate loaf. While cherries really aren't anything like bananas, this really did work out extremely well--this loaf is a delicious option for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon unsalted butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
¼ cup plain yogurt
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups pitted cherries
½ cup dark chocolate chunks
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup powdered sugar
3 teaspoons milk, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x4-inch loaf pan with 1 teaspoon butter and reserve.
  • Whisk flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda together in a bowl.
  • Cream 1/2 cup butter and sugar together in another bowl with a spatula or an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time with a whisk or an electric mixer, fully blending in the first egg before adding the next. Stir in yogurt and vanilla extract.
  • Chop pitted cherries coarsely with a knife, or by pulsing on and off a few times in a food processor. Add to the wet ingredients along with the chocolate chunks and chopped walnuts. Stir briefly to combine. Batter may look curdled, but don't worry.
  • Pour in the flour mixture and mix with a spatula until all the flour has disappeared. Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan, making sure to smooth the top evenly and fill in the corners. Tap pan on the counter to release any air pockets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let bread rest in the pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
  • While bread is resting, combine powdered sugar and milk in a bowl for icing, adding more milk as needed to reach a thin, runny consistency.
  • Brush icing over loaf, allowing to drip down the sides. Let cool completely before slicing and serving, about 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 52.6 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 272.3 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

CHEERY CHERRY LOAF



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Very Christmassy red and green cherries dot this luscious loaf cake. The pecans add another texture and taste. Very "comfort food" tasting.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (6 ounce) jar red maraschino cherries
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2/3 cup milk
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
1 (8 ounce) jar green maraschino cherries, drained and cut up
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º F.
  • Grease 9-in. x 5-in. x 3-in. loaf pan.
  • Drain red cherries, chop and set aside.
  • Reserve liquid from red cherries only.
  • Add water, if needed, to this liquid to equal 1/3 cup.
  • Set liquid aside.
  • Drain green cherries, chop and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • In a small bowl, lightly beat eggs.
  • Add milk, butter and red cherry liquid to dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  • Fold in red and green cherries, pecans and orange peel.
  • Pour into a greased loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until bread tests done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1561.7, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 101.4, Sodium 571.5, Carbohydrate 342.7, Fiber 22.7, Sugar 279.6, Protein 10.7

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries. This will give your loaf the best flavor.
  • Pit the cherries before using them. You can use a cherry pitter or a paring knife to do this.
  • If you don't have fresh cherries, you can use frozen or dried cherries. Just be sure to thaw the frozen cherries before using them.
  • Use a good quality baking pan. A heavy-duty loaf pan will help to ensure that your loaf bakes evenly.
  • Grease and flour the loaf pan before adding the batter. This will help to prevent the loaf from sticking to the pan.
  • Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 1 hour.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help to keep the loaf from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Cherry loaf is an easy and delicious bread that's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It's also a great way to use up fresh cherries in season. With its moist texture, sweet cherry flavor, and crunchy streusel topping, this loaf is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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