Best 9 Cherry Nut Loaf Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of cherry nut loaf, a delectable treat that combines the burst of sweet cherries, the crunch of nuts, and the comforting warmth of a baked loaf. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this guide will lead you through the process of creating the perfect cherry nut loaf, ensuring a delightful experience for you and your loved ones. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the perfect baking technique, we'll explore the essentials of crafting this classic dessert. So, grab your apron and let's embark on a flavorful journey as we uncover the best ways to make a cherry nut loaf that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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

MARASCHINO CHERRY NUT BREAD



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This is a maraschino cherry bread recipe I got from my mother-in-law. It's simple, delicious, and makes great gifts. Freezes well.

Provided by CHenson

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup white sugar
¼ cup solid vegetable shortening (such as Crisco®)
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 (8 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and juice reserved, divided
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine sugar, shortening, eggs, and salt in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
  • Mix flour and baking powder together in a medium bowl. Add flour mixture to shortening mixture in 2 or 3 batches, alternating with maraschino cherry juice, mixing batter well after each addition.
  • Cut each cherry into 4 pieces; stir into batter with pecans. Spoon mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen and invert loaf onto a wire rack. Let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 227.6 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

CHERRY NUT BREAD



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Chopped pecans and maraschino cherries perk up this pound cake-like bread. The pretty slices are rich and moist with a crisp golden crust. This is my husband's favorite bread. -Melissa Gentner, Tecumseh, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups butter, softened
3 cups sugar
5 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
2 jars (10 ounces each) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk just until blended (batter will be thick). , In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Fold in cherries and pecans., Transfer to four greased and floured 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and loaves are golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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 NUT LOAF



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This is my grandma's recipe. I remember her making it but never paid attention to the time it took in the oven. Grandma never timed anything, it was done when it was done. My suggestion, insert a tooth pick into center when it comes out clean it is done.

Provided by KennKonn

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup milk
2 egg whites
1 whole egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups flour
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1 cup cherries

Steps:

  • Cream sugar and butter.
  • Seperate eggs, 2 egg whites and one whole egg.
  • Add well beaten eggs and milk--.
  • Sift flour and baking powder.
  • Mix well and add cherries, nuts and vanilla.
  • Mix lightly and pour into a well greased pan.
  • Medium oven (350) till top is a nice shade of brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.7, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 40.1, Sodium 138, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 18.6, Protein 5.1

CHERRY NUT LOAF



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, in pieces, plus butter for greasing pan
2 cups flour, sifted
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey, prefarably cherry blossom
2 tablespoons cherry liqueur
1 1/2 cups pitted, halved fresh cherries, preferably Montmorency (see note)
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1/2 cup chopped black walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a loaf pan 8 by 4 by 2 inches.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder and sugar into a bowl. Cut in the butter in a food processor, or use a fork, two knives or a pastry blender.
  • Mix the eggs, orange juice, honey and cherry liqueur together and stir in. Fold in the cherries, orange peel and nuts.
  • Spread batter into pan. Bake about 1 hour and 15 minutes, until nicely browned and cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool completely before removing from the pan and slicing.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 231, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 68 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHERRY NUT LOAF



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup margarine (softened at room temperature)
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups buttermilk (room temperature)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 large jar cherries, chopped
1 cup nuts chopped walnuts (optional)
4 cups flour

Steps:

  • Cream margarine, sugar and buttermilk together. Add salt, baking soda and cherries and nuts. Fold in flour until completely moistened.
  • Roll out on flour board. Divide dough in half.
  • Bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes, preferably on baking stone. Test with toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

OLD FASHION CHERRY NUT BREAD



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A very delightful loaf..great anytime...bake a couple of loaves and freeze one..pull it out when company comes..

Provided by sharsmith22

Categories     Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf, 6-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
3/4 cup maraschino cherry
3/4 cup pecans
2 eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Grease and line a standard 9″ loaf pan with parchment paper and non stick spray. Coursely chop cherries and pecans. Set aside.
  • Cream butter and sugar in bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment.
  • Add eggs, vanilla, and sour cream beating until combined. Scrape down sides.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt and baking powder.
  • In a liquid measuring cup combine milk and cherry juice.
  • With mixer on low and starting with flour mixture alternate flour mixture than milk mixture. Mix until just combined.
  • Stir in chopped cherries and chopped nuts with a spatula making sure to evenly mix through batter.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake in a 350 degree oven 60 minutes or until a light golden color or a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and place on wire rack. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.4, Fat 31.7, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 114.7, Sodium 366.1, Carbohydrate 77.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 35.8, Protein 9.9

BRAN CHERRY NUT LOAF



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Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups All-Bran® Original or All-Bran® Bran Buds®
1 1/4 cups milk
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or shortening
1 (10-ounce) jar maraschino cherry, drained and finely chopped
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
TOPPING
1 tablespoon margarine
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Stir together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and the 3/4 cup sugar. Set aside.2. Measure KELLOGG'S ALL-BRAN cereal and milk into large mixing bowl. Stir to combine. Let stand 2 minutes or until cereal softens 3. Add egg and oi to cereal mixturel. Beat well. Add flour mixture, stirring only until combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons chopped cherries for topping. Fold remaining cherries and the 3/4 cup walnuts into batter. Spread evenly in 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Set aside.4. For topping, measure margarine into small fry pan. Cook over low heat until bubbly. Remove from heat. Stir in the 1/4 cup sugar, the 1/4 cup walnuts and the reserved 2 tablespoons cherries. Sprinkle over batter.5. Bake at 350°F about 1 hour or until wooden pick inserted near center comes out clean. Let cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Cool completely on wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

CHERRY-WALNUT QUICK BREAD



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Enjoy Cherry-Walnut Quick Bread with walnuts and cherry pie filling. When we say this walnut quick bread is quick, we're not kidding.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/4 cups flour, divided
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. butter, softened, divided
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar, divided
2 eggs
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 can (21 oz.) cherry pie filling, rinsed, divided
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; spray with cooking spray. Combine 2 cups flour, baking powder and salt. Beat 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup sugar in large bowl with mixer until light and fluffy. Blend in eggs, 1 at a time. Add flour mixture alternately with sour cream, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 cup cherries and 1/3 cup nuts.
  • Pour into prepared pan.
  • Mix remaining flour, butter and sugar in medium bowl with your fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in remaining nuts; sprinkle over batter in pan. Top with remaining cherries.
  • Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 10 min. or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool 20 min. Use foil handles to remove bread from pan to wire rack; cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.7956 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cherries: Fresh cherries provide the best flavor and texture to the loaf. If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely before using and drain off any excess liquid.
  • Chop the nuts finely: Finely chopped nuts will distribute evenly throughout the loaf and provide a better texture. You can use a variety of nuts, such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will result in a tough, dense loaf. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the loaf is cooked through. Overbaking will result in a dry loaf.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing: This will allow the flavors to develop and the loaf to set properly.

Conclusion:

Cherry nut loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make quick bread that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With its moist, tender crumb and sweet and tart cherry flavor, this loaf is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy bread recipe, give cherry nut loaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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