Cranberry Bread
Bright, zesty, and bursting with flavor, this Cranberry Bread recipe is the perfect harmony of tart cranberries and sweet orange accents, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for breakfast or as a snack. Tender and moist, this quick bread is enhanced with freshly grated orange zest and a hint of juice that complements the cranberries beautifully. Optional walnuts add a delightful crunch, but the bread shines equally well without them. Easy to prepare, this loaf comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time before baking to golden perfection. Serve it warm with a smear of butter or enjoy it as a delightful addition to holiday gatherings. Ideal for showcasing seasonal cranberries, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of citrus and berry flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 unit large egg, beaten
- 1.5 cups fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped
- 0.5 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, orange juice, grated orange zest, and beaten egg. Whisk together until well blended.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until the batter is moistened. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tougher bread.
Fold in the coarsely chopped cranberries and walnuts, if using. Ensure the cranberries and walnuts are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake the cranberry bread in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve this delicious cranberry bread, enjoying the tartness of the cranberries balanced with the sweetness of the loaf.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.2 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.2 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 315 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 2926 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 454.5 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 231.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1199 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
