28 Unique Christmas Bread Recipes You’ll Absolutely Love

Christmas is the season when my kitchen transforms into a cozy wonderland filled with festive aromas and delightful treats. As much as I adore the classic holiday cookies and eggnog, there's something incredibly comforting about the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through the house.

This year, I decided to switch things up a bit and dive into the world of unique Christmas bread recipes. From traditional loaves with a twist to completely novel creations, I've compiled a list of 28 Unique Christmas Bread Recipes You’ll Absolutely Love. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these delightful bakes!

1. Cranberry Orange Bread

Cranberries and oranges are a match made in holiday heaven. This bread is tangy, sweet, and perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
• Zest of 1 orange
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
3. Fold in the cranberries and orange zest.
4. In another bowl, combine the orange juice, vegetable oil, and egg.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let it cool before slicing and serving.

2. Gingerbread Loaf

Nothing says Christmas like the warm spices of gingerbread. This bread is moist, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with a hot cup of cocoa.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
3. In another bowl, combine the melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, hot water, and egg.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes.
6. Allow it to cool before slicing.

3. Chocolate Hazelnut Babka

This babka is a decadent treat with swirls of chocolate and crunchy hazelnuts. Perfect for dessert or a sweet breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup warm milk
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
• 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts

Instructions:

1. Mix the warm milk, teaspoon of sugar, and yeast in a bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and softened butter to the flour mixture and knead until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the chocolate hazelnut spread, and sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts.
6. Roll the dough into a log and twist to form a loaf.
7. Place the loaf in a greased pan and let it rise for another hour.
8. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.

4. Stollen

This traditional German bread is filled with dried fruits, nuts, and marzipan, making it a delightful Christmas treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1 cup mixed dried fruits
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 1/2 cup marzipan, rolled into a log
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Combine the warm milk and yeast in a bowl and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In another bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, and egg to the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
4. Fold in the dried fruits and chopped almonds.
5. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 1-2 hours until doubled.
6. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and place the marzipan log in the center. Fold the dough over the marzipan and seal the edges.
7. Let the bread rise for another 45 minutes.
8. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes and dust with powdered sugar once cooled.

5. Cranberry Pistachio Danish Braid

This elegant braid features the festive flavors of cranberries and pistachios, perfect for brunch or dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
• 1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Instructions:

1. Mix the warm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar in a bowl and let it sit until foamy.
2. In another bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg to the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled.
5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread the cranberry sauce in the center.
6. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the cranberry sauce.
7. Cut slits on either side of the filling and fold over to create a braid.
8. Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.

6. Eggnog Bread

Capture the essence of Christmas with this delightful eggnog bread, adorned with a sweet nutmeg glaze.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, eggnog, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let the bread cool before glazing.

7. Cardamom Coffee Bread

Rich with the flavors of cardamom and coffee, this bread is a sophisticated holiday treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Combine the cooled coffee, melted butter, and yeast in a bowl and let it sit until foamy.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and cardamom.
3. Add the coffee mixture and the egg to the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled.
5. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
6. Let it rise for another 45 minutes.
7. Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes.

8. Pumpkin Spice Bread

Embrace the festive spirit with this moist and flavorful pumpkin spice bread, ideal for any holiday gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
3. In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, water, and eggs.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes.
6. Let it cool before slicing and enjoying.

9. Panettone

This Italian Christmas bread is studded with dried fruits and has a delightful, airy texture.

Ingredients:

• 3 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup candied orange peel

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the warm milk and yeast and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture, softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the flour mixture and knead until smooth.
4. Fold in the raisins and candied orange peel.
5. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
6. Transfer the dough to a greased panettone mold and let it rise again for 45 minutes.
7. Preheat your oven to 350°F and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.

10. Almond Poppy Seed Bread

Infused with the delightful crunch of poppy seeds and the rich flavor of almonds, this bread is a festive favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and poppy seeds.
3. In another bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and almond extract.
4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Stir in the chopped almonds.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Chocolate Cherry Bread

Decadent and rich, this chocolate cherry bread is a fantastic treat for any Christmas celebration.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and blend until smooth.
5. Fold in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes.
7. Let it cool before slicing and devouring.

12. Irish Soda Bread

This quick and easy bread has a crisp crust and a tender crumb, making it a perfect choice for busy holiday days.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups flour
• 4 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 1 cup raisins

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a baking sheet.
2. In a large bowl, blend the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Mix the buttermilk and egg in a separate bowl, then add to the flour mixture.
5. Stir in the raisins until just combined.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly.
7. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place on the baking sheet.
8. Cut an 'X' on the top of the loaf and bake for 30-40 minutes.

13. Apple Cinnamon Bread

Filled with chunks of sweet apples and spiced with cinnamon, this bread is a treat that will warm you up on a cold Christmas morning.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1 apple, peeled and chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Combine the melted butter, eggs, and applesauce in another bowl.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped apple.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Allow it to cool before slicing and enjoying.

14. Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

Bright and zesty, this lemon poppy seed bread is perfect for adding a touch of sunshine to your holiday table.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp poppy seeds
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Whisk flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and poppy seeds together in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, lemon zest, and juice.
4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
6. Let it cool before slicing and serving.

15. Rosemary Olive Oil Bread

This savory bread, infused with fragrant rosemary and rich olive oil, is a fantastic accompaniment to any Christmas dinner.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

Instructions:

1. Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl and let sit until foamy.
2. In another bowl, combine flour, salt, and rosemary.
3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled.
5. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place on a greased baking sheet.
6. Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
7. Preheat your oven to 375°F and bake for 30-35 minutes.

16. Chocolate Zucchini Bread

A sneaky way to add veggies to your holiday baking, this bread is rich, moist, and irresistibly chocolatey.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated zucchini
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, beat together the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
5. Fold in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let it cool before slicing.

17. Mango Coconut Bread

Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this mango coconut bread, perfect for a festive holiday brunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup diced mango
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine the coconut milk, vegetable oil, and eggs in another bowl.
4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.
5. Fold in the diced mango and shredded coconut.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Allow it to cool before serving.

18. Cheddar Jalapeño Bread

This savory bread with a kick of spice is perfect for a holiday appetizer spread or as an accompaniment to your main meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2-3 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, cheddar cheese, and jalapeños.
3. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and egg.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
6. Let it cool before slicing and savoring the savory goodness.

19. Blueberry Lemon Bread

Bursting with juicy blueberries and a hint of lemon, this bread is a delightful treat for any holiday gathering.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Whisk together the flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
3. In another bowl, mix the lemon zest and juice, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let it cool before enjoying the juicy goodness.

20. Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread

This pull-apart bread is sticky, sweet, and perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holidays.

Ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Mix warm milk, water, and yeast in a bowl and let it sit until foamy.
2. In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg to the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled.
5. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle.
6. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Spread melted butter over the dough and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
7. Cut the dough into strips and stack them, then cut the stacks into squares.
8. Place the squares in a greased loaf pan and let rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Preheat your oven to 350°F and bake for 30-35 minutes.

21. Orange Pecan Bread

Citrusy and nutty, this orange pecan bread is a delightful addition to your holiday breakfast table.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Mix flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest in a large bowl.
3. In another bowl, combine the orange juice, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped pecans.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let it cool before slicing and tasting the citrusy delight.

22. Maple Walnut Bread

The earthy flavors of maple and walnut come together beautifully in this hearty bread.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, maple syrup, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir until just blended.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Cool before enjoying the rich maple flavor and crunchy walnuts.

23. White Chocolate Raspberry Bread

This delightful bread is filled with sweet raspberries and chunks of creamy white chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed.
5. Gently fold in the raspberries and white chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Cool before devouring the sweet, fruity goodness.

24. Chocolate Peppermint Bread

Perfect for the holidays, this bread combines the irresistible flavors of chocolate and peppermint.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and peppermint extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let it cool before slicing.

25. Apricot Almond Bread

This sweet bread is perfect for the holidays with its delightful combination of apricots and almonds.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup apricot preserves
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, apricot preserves, vegetable oil, and eggs.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped dried apricots and sliced almonds.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Allow it to cool completely before slicing.

26. Cherry Almond Bread

Tart cherries and rich almonds come together in this beautiful bread, perfect for a festive treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and almond extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped cherries and sliced almonds.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
7. Let it cool before slicing.

27. Pear Walnut Bread

Ripe, juicy pears and crunchy walnuts make this bread a delicious, festive treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 ripe pears, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped pears and walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes.
7. Let it cool completely before serving.

28. Ricotta Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread

This festive pull-apart bread, shaped like a Christmas tree, is filled with ricotta cheese and herbs for a savory holiday treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, and parsley)
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions:

1. Mix the warm water and warm milk with the yeast in a bowl and let it sit until foamy.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients and knead until smooth.
4. Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
5. Roll the dough out into small balls and flatten each one.
6. In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs.
7. Spoon a small amount of the ricotta mixture onto each flattened piece of dough and seal the edges to form balls.
8. Arrange the filled dough balls in the shape of a Christmas tree on a greased baking sheet.
9. Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Preheat your oven to 375°F and brush the bread with an egg wash.
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Conclusion

I hope these 28 unique Christmas bread recipes bring joy and warmth to your holiday season. Enjoy baking, sharing, and most importantly, eating these delightful creations! Merry Christmas and happy baking!