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Aunt Cora S Nut Bread Recipe

Step back in time with Aunt Cora's Nut Bread, a treasured family recipe dating back to World War II! When rationing made baking challenging, Aunt Cora's ingenious recipe rose to the occasion, resulting in a delicious, subtly sweet loaf perfect for breakfast or a delightful afternoon treat. This recipe, thankfully written down, uses simple ingredients to create a wonderfully textured bread with crunchy nuts and sweet raisins. Slice it thinly and enjoy with butter or cream cheese – a taste of history you won't forget!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 490.6 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 3.8 (5 Reviews)
Aunt Cora S Nut Bread

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Ingredients for Aunt Cora S Nut Bread

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • Unbleached Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Whole Milk

How to Make Aunt Cora S Nut Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1 cup milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. The batter will be stiff.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts and 1/2 cup raisins.
  7. Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans. Gently tap pans on the counter to settle the batter.
  8. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

135g

Fat

11g

Carbs

28g

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