TX’s Style ~ Bishops Bread {sweet bread}

Bishop’s Bread is a traditional Texan sweet bread that is often enjoyed during breakfast or as a snack. It gets its name from its rich and indulgent flavor, fit for a bishop!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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TX’s Style ~ Bishops Bread {sweet bread}

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Texan Courses: Bakery, Breakfast, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped pecans
• ¹⁄₂ cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 18g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.