Easy Christmas Funfetti Bread Recipe – So Fun to Eat!
Christmas Funfetti Bread is a delightful way to add festive cheer to the holiday season. Bursting with colorful sprinkles and a sweet, buttery flavor, this bread is as joyful as it is delicious. Perfect for gifting or enjoying with loved ones, this recipe is easy to make and sure to bring smiles to every slice.
Let me walk you through how I make this delightful bread that has quickly become a holiday favorite in my kitchen.
Preparing the Ingredients
Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan or three mini loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Next, mix in 3 large eggs and 2½ teaspoons of vanilla extract until just combined. Stir in ½ cup of sour cream and ¼ cup of milk, creating a smooth, creamy batter base.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 1¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ¼ teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon. The cinnamon adds a subtle warmth, perfect for the holiday season.
Combining the Batter
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to ensure a soft and tender bread. Fold in ½ cup of Christmas sprinkles, gently mixing to distribute the colorful bursts throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking the Christmas Funfetti Bread
Bake the bread for approximately 35 minutes for mini loaves or 60 minutes for a regular loaf. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about five minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Adding the Finishing Touches
Once the bread has cooled, prepare a simple icing by whisking together 1¼ cups of icing sugar, 2 tablespoons of cream or milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Spread or drizzle the icing over the bread and top with additional Christmas sprinkles for an extra festive touch.
Christmas Funfetti Bread Notes
This Christmas Funfetti Bread can be customized for any occasion by swapping out the sprinkles to match the theme. Pastel sprinkles can be used for spring, while bold colors are perfect for birthdays or other celebrations.
To make this bread ahead of time, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to three months.
A Slice of Holiday Joy
Soft, moist, and full of holiday cheer, Christmas Funfetti Bread is a festive addition to any gathering. Its sweet icing and colorful sprinkles make it a crowd-pleaser, whether served with morning coffee, as an afternoon treat, or as a dessert. This easy recipe is sure to become a holiday tradition that brightens the season with every bite.
Enjoy spreading joy with this festive and delicious treat!
This Easy Christmas Funfetti Bread is a festive holiday treat filled with colorful sprinkles and warm cinnamon flavor. Topped with a sweet vanilla icing and extra sprinkles, it’s perfect for gifting, holiday breakfasts, or a cheerful dessert. Simple to make and irresistibly delicious, this recipe will add a touch of magic to your holiday season!
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
- 3 large eggs.
- 1/2 cup sour cream.
- 1/4 cup milk.
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder.
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
- 1 teaspoon salt.
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- 1/2 cup Christmas sprinkles (plus more for topping)
- 1 cups icing sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons cream or milk (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for icing)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan or three mini loaf pans by spraying them with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined, then stir in the sour cream and milk until the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined without overmixing.
- Gently fold in the Christmas sprinkles, then pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 minutes if using mini loaf pans or 60 minutes for a regular loaf. The bread is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for five minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Icing
To make the icing, whisk together the icing sugar, cream or milk, butter and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the icing over the cooled bread and add extra sprinkles for decoration. Slice and serve for a festive holiday treat!