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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line or grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
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In a large bowl, whisk melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and buttermilk until smooth.
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Gradually fold dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid over-mixing to maintain a tender crumb.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle with coarse sugar and decorate with colored sprinkles as desired.
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Bake in the center of the oven at 350°F for 30 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
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Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.