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Almond Poppy Seed Bread

Almond Poppy Seed Bread

The ultimate comfort food, Almond Poppy Seed Bread offers a unique blend of nutty and sweet flavors. This easy-to-make loaf is perfect for brunch or a delightful snack. Serve it warm with a spread or toast it for breakfast. You won’t be able to resist baking it tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 2/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter room temperature
  • 3 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream

Equipment

  • Muffin tin

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a standard 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a small bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a larger bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract. Pour in the milk and sour cream, mixing until combined.
  6. Slowly stir in the dry ingredients just until combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Once baked, cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep the bread fresh for up to three days.
  • Tip 2: Yes, you can freeze this bread. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: This bread goes wonderfully with a nice fruit preserve or a simple butter spread.
  • Tip 4: Consider serving slices of this bread toasted with a bit of butter.
  • Tip 5: You can substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added health benefits.