Gulab Jamun Nut Bread
A delightful fusion of Gulab Jamun flavors and homemade bread, this moist nut bread is fragrant with cardamom and saffron, and perfect for breakfast or tea time.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- a pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- 1/4 teaspoon saffron strands
Nuts
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pistachios or almonds)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cardamom powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, rose water, and saffron.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool before slicing and serve, ideally with tea.
Notes
For storage, wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil after cooling. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.