Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pistachio Bread, a vibrant sweet treat that combines the nutty essence of pistachios with the tartness of maraschino cherries. This festive loaf is topped with a luscious almond glaze, making it not only a delicious dessert but also an eye-catching centerpiece for any occasion. Whether served at breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for sharing with family and friends. With its colorful presentation and irresistible taste, Pistachio Bread is sure to impress everyone at your gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pkg. yellow cake mix
- 1 3.4 oz. box instant pistachio pudding
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp. water
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup maraschino cherries (halved)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2–2 1/2 tbsp. milk
- 1 tsp. almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two small loaf pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine yellow cake mix and instant pistachio pudding. Add eggs, vegetable oil, water, and sour cream; beat until smooth.
- Drain and dry maraschino cherries before gently folding them into the batter. Divide the batter between the prepared loaf pans.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before removing from pans.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth. Drizzle over cooled loaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (68g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg