Description
Four Sweet Mini Loaves from One Dough is a delightful baking adventure that allows you to create four different flavors using a single base dough. Perfect for any occasion, these mini loaves are not only quick to make but also ideal for sharing or gifting. Each loaf boasts its unique flavor, from zesty cranberry orange to rich banana pecan, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup milk
- 3 eggs
- 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
- 2 tablespoons maraschino cherry juice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup mashed overripe banana
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a mini loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vegetable oil. Combine both mixtures and stir in sugars until just mixed.
- Divide the base batter into four portions and add desired flavor add-ins for each variation (Cranberry Orange, Eggnog Nutmeg, Cherry Almond, Banana Pecan).
- Pour the flavored batters into the prepared mini loaf pan.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes or until golden brown; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg