When I want to bake something that instantly feels joyful and holiday-ready, I make Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread. It’s soft, lightly sweet, and filled with colorful sprinkles that make every slice feel special. This bread is simple to bake, smells amazing in the oven, and brings instant Christmas cheer to the table.
Quick Facts
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cooking Time: 50–55 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
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Serving Size: 8–10 slices
Why You’ll Love This Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread
This bread is tender, moist, and slightly sweet thanks to the buttermilk. I love how easy it is to make—no yeast, no waiting, just mix and bake. The festive sprinkles make it perfect for holiday breakfasts, gifting, or dessert. It’s cheerful, cozy, and loved by kids and adults alike.
Ingredients You’ll Need
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup buttermilk
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1/2 cup melted butter
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup Christmas sprinkles (jimmies work best)
How I Make My Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread
Step 1: Mix the Batter
In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
Step 2: Combine & Add Sprinkles
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently.
Fold in sprinkles carefully to avoid color bleeding.
Step 3: Bake
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Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–55 minutes.
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Cool before slicing.
Soft, colorful, and full of holiday charm!
Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with butter or cream cheese
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Enjoy with hot cocoa or coffee
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Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch
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Slice and gift in holiday wrapping
Tips for Customization
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Extra festive: Add white chocolate chips
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Lighter version: Use half whole-wheat flour
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Flavor boost: Add almond extract
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Glaze it: Drizzle with vanilla icing
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Mini loaves: Perfect for holiday gifting
Nutritional Info (Approx. per slice)
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Calories: 240–280
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Carbs: 35–38g
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Fat: 10–12g
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Protein: 4–5g
FAQs
1. Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?
Yes, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. Why did my sprinkles bleed color?
Non-jimmie sprinkles tend to bleed—stick with jimmies for best results.
3. Can I freeze this bread?
Yes, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
4. How do I store leftovers?
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Final Slice
This Christmas Sprinkle Buttermilk Bread is festive, soft, and full of holiday happiness. It’s easy to make, beautiful to serve, and perfect for celebrating the season. One slice is never enough!
