Best Gumdrop Bread
Submitted by bobby136
Enjoy this colorful, make-ahead, festive quick bread loaded with chewy gumdrops for a fun holiday treat that’s moist, tender, and perfect for gifting or slicing. Make at least one day to a week in advance for an easy grab and serve holiday plates.
YIELD
16 servingsPREP
10 minCOOK
1 hrsREADY
1 daysPro Tips
- Use baking gums or firm gumdrops for best texture—they hold up without bleeding color or melting. Avoid black spiced gumdrops (licorice flavor overwhelms); pick out if mixed.
- Toss gumdrops in 1-2 tbsp flour before stirring in to prevent sinking.
- Softer gumdrops work but may make bread chewier—freeze 20 minutes for easier cutting if large.
- Test doneness early to avoid dry edges; ovens vary.
Optional Variations
- Make mini loaves (divide batter into 3-4 small pans; bake 40-50 minutes) for gifts.
- Add ½ cup golden raisins or dried fruit for extra chew.
- Omit nuts for nut-free version.
- Substitute spiced gumdrops for fruit-flavored for a holiday twist.
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease only the bottom of a 9×5-inch loaf pan (helps form a rounded top).
- In a large mixer bowl, combine all ingredients except gumdrops and nuts. Beat on low speed 15 seconds, then on medium 30 seconds, scraping bowl often.
- Stir in gumdrops and nuts by hand.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 60-65 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes. Loosen sides with knife, remove to wire rack, and cool completely.
- For best flavor and easier slicing, wrap tightly and refrigerate at least 24 hours (up to 1 week).
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