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Pistachio Quick Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings (2 loaves, approximately 8 slices per loaf)

Description

This Pistachio Quick Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf combining the rich taste of yellow cake mix with instant pistachio pudding. Enhanced with sour cream for tenderness and finished with a luscious, almond-infused icing, it’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special snack. Ready in about an hour, it’s easy to make and produces two delicious loaves that serve a crowd.

Ingredients

Bread Ingredients

  • 15.25 ounces yellow cake mix (white cake mix works but yellow gives better flavor)
  • 2 (3.4 ounces each) boxes instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or canola oil)
  • 1 cup sour cream (full fat)
  • 1/8 cup carbonated water (can substitute with regular water)

Icing Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two loaf pans with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
  2. Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, instant pistachio pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, sour cream, and carbonated water. Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly blended and the batter is smooth.
  3. Fill the Pans: Pour the batter evenly into the two prepared parchment-lined loaf pans, smoothing the tops to ensure even baking.
  4. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Depending on your oven, baking time might be slightly longer.
  5. Cool the Loaves: Remove the loaves from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then lift the loaves out using the parchment paper and let them cool completely on a wire rack for 30 minutes before icing.
  6. Prepare the Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until the mixture is thick and smooth, perfect for drizzling.
  7. Ice the Bread: Drizzle the prepared icing generously over the tops of the cooled loaves. Let the icing set for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy this flavorful treat!

Notes

  • You can substitute white cake mix if yellow is unavailable, but the flavor is richer with yellow cake mix.
  • Using carbonated water adds lightness to the bread, but regular water works as a substitute.
  • Full-fat sour cream improves the moisture and texture; low-fat sour cream may alter the outcome.
  • Ensure loaves are cooled adequately before icing to prevent melting and running icing.
  • The icing can be adjusted for thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
  • Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Quick Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/pistachio-quick-bread-recipe/