Description
Pistachio Bread is a delightful and vibrant sweet bread that beautifully combines the nutty flavor of pistachios with the sweetness of maraschino cherries. Topped with an irresistible almond glaze, this colorful treat is perfect for celebrations or as a comforting addition to your morning coffee. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s an ideal recipe for novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether served as breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this festive loaf will surely impress friends and family and make any occasion special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package yellow cake mix
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup maraschino cherries (halved)
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease two small loaf pans thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and pistachio pudding. Add eggs, vegetable oil, water, and sour cream; mix until smooth.
- Fold in halved maraschino cherries gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before glazing.
- 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 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg