Best 7 Cherry Pecan Cocoa Bread Recipes

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Are you looking for a sweet and indulgent treat that will satisfy your cravings? Look no further than cherry pecan cocoa bread! This delectable bread features a combination of sweet cherries, crunchy pecans, and rich cocoa, creating a flavorful and unforgettable experience. Whether you are enjoying a leisurely breakfast, hosting a special gathering, or simply looking for a delightful snack, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect cherry pecan cocoa bread. With step-by-step instructions and a list of essential ingredients, you'll be able to bake this delicious bread with ease and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills. So, get ready to embark on a baking journey that will fill your kitchen with the sweet and nutty aroma of cherry pecan cocoa bread.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHERRY PECAN BREAD



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I've used this recipe for nearly 30 years, and it's always a success," declares Mary Weeks. "Not only is it easy to prepare, but it freezes well, so I usually have an extra loaf on hand," writes the Central, South Carolina baker.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and buttermilk. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture just until blended. Fold in the cherries and pecans. Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan., Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

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CHERRY-PECAN COCOA BREAD



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Full of sweet cherries and nuts, this loaf has a mild cocoa flavor. It would be perfect to serve for breakfast, brunch or a mid-morning snack. Have a tall glass of milk at the ready. -Margaret Beyersdorf, Kissimmee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds, 16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup warm whole milk (70° to 80°)
1/3 cup water (70° to 80°)
5 tablespoons butter, softened
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups bread flour
5 tablespoons baking cocoa
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup dried cherries

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place the first eight ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available., Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed. Just before the final kneading (your bread machine may audibly signal this), add the pecans and cherries. Bake according to bread machine directions.

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CHOCOLATE-CHERRY PECAN BREAD



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Here's something special! Based on the method outlined in The New York Times last November, this bread requires very little effort. But you do have to plan ahead-start it the night before, then bake the next day, or start early in the morning for bread in the evening. This recipe was developed using a bread crock, but any appropriately sized heavy, oven-safe, covered pot should work. This recipe comes from the King Arthur site. Times given do not allow for the long rising time.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rye flour, any type
1/2 cup traditional whole wheat flour
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
1 3/4 cups cool water
3/4 cup chopped dried cherries
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups diced pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Mix flours, sugar, salt, yeast, and water in a large bowl.
  • Add cherries, chocolate chips, and pecans. Stir well to make a very soft dough, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
  • Let rest at room temperature overnight, or for at least 12 hours; the dough will be bubbly and puffy.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and fold it onto itself a few times.
  • Let it rest 15 minutes, then form it into a ball.
  • Place it in a lightly greased bowl, smooth side down. Cover and let rise at room temperature about 2 hours, until a slight indentation remains when poked with a finger.
  • During the last 30 minutes of rising, preheat the oven to 450°F and place a bread crock (or a heavy, 4- to 4 1/2-quart oven-safe pot) in the oven while it heats.
  • When the dough is risen, remove the crock from the oven, and turn the dough out of the bowl and into the crock; the smooth side will be facing up.
  • Shake the crock gently to settle the dough, then cover with the lid and return to the oven.
  • Bake the bread for 20 minutes, then remove the lid and continue to bake another 30 to 40 minutes, until the bread is deep brown in color and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers about 205°F.
  • Remove the crock from the oven, turn the bread onto a rack, and cool before slicing. Yield: 1 loaf.

CHERRY PECAN BREAD



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'My mom made this delicious bread for special occasions,' recalls Pat Habiger of Spearville, Kansas. Full of sweet cherries and nuts, the taste and appearance of this golden loaf make it ideal for autumn gatherings.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter or margarine, softened
¾ cup sugar
2 large eggs eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Stir in pecans, cherries and vanilla. Pour into a greased and floured 8-in. x 4-in. x 2-in. loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 39.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

CHOCOLATE CHERRY MUFFINS



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After returning from a trip to Door County, Wisconsin loaded with dried cherries, I began looking for ways to use them. I developed this lower fat, whole grain, moist and delicious muffin with nutritious ingredients. It works well as an afternoon snack or on a brunch buffet. Everyone that tries them asks for the recipe! -Cindy Beberman, Orland Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup boiling water
2/3 cup dried tart cherries
1-1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium)
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup 2% milk or unsweetened almond milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Pour boiling water over cherries in a small bowl; let stand 15 minutes. Drain. Coarsely chop cherries; set aside., In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs, bananas, oil, milk and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in pecans and cherries. , Divide batter among 12 greased or paper-lined muffin cups. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-18 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm., Freeze option: Freeze cooled muffins in freezer containers. To use, thaw at room temperature or, if desired, microwave each muffin on high until heated through, 20-30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHERRY PECAN BREAD



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'My mom made this delicious bread for special occasions,' recalls Pat Habiger of Spearville, Kansas. Full of sweet cherries and nuts, the taste and appearance of this golden loaf make it ideal for autumn gatherings.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter or margarine, softened
¾ cup sugar
2 large eggs eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Stir in pecans, cherries and vanilla. Pour into a greased and floured 8-in. x 4-in. x 2-in. loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 39.1 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

CHERRY PECAN BREAD



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Make and share this Cherry Pecan Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LizCl

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup milk or 1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine dry ingredients. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and mix for an additional minute. Add the applesauce, vanilla and almond extract.
  • Alternately add flour mixture and milk until ingredients are just moistened. Stir in cherries and nuts.
  • Pour batter into a greased and floured 9 X5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 60-70 minutes or until done.
  • Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 48.3, Sodium 254.1, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 8.7, Protein 4.6

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor. You can use unsweetened or Dutch-process cocoa powder. If using Dutch-process cocoa powder, use 1/2 cup instead of 3/4 cup.
  • Be sure to toast the pecans before using them. This will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread tough.
  • Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can make the bread dry.

Conclusion:

Cherry Pecan Cocoa Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make quick bread that is perfect for any occasion. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb and a crunchy pecan topping. The cherry glaze adds a touch of sweetness and tartness. This bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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