Cranberry Nut Bread
Bursting with festive flavors, this Cranberry Nut Bread is a classic quick bread recipe that’s perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet and tangy treat. Made with fresh, tart cranberries and crunchy nuts, this moist and tender loaf is elevated by the bright, zesty notes of orange juice and freshly grated orange zest. It’s a simple yet impressive bake that comes together in just over an hour, with minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, a midday snack, or a holiday gift, this easy-to-make bread pairs beautifully with a smear of butter or cream cheese. Plus, it’s baked to golden perfection, making it as eye-catching as it is delicious! Perfect for holiday gatherings, brunch spreads, or cozy afternoons, this cranberry orange nut bread recipe is a must-try for fans of seasonal baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries (chopped)
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, and egg until combined.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the orange juice mixture into it. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped cranberries and nuts, ensuring they're evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve! This bread can be enjoyed on its own or with butter or cream cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.2 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2566 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 442.6 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1131 mg | 24% | |
*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.
