Cranberry Orange Loaf
Brighten up your day with this irresistibly moist and fragrant Cranberry Orange Loaf, a perfect balance of tart cranberries and zesty orange flavor. Made with fresh orange juice, a touch of vibrant orange zest, and bursting with juicy cranberries, this quick bread is a festive addition to any brunch table or a delightful treat alongside your favorite cup of tea. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is easy to whip up and features a tender crumb with a citrusy glaze option for an extra touch of sweetness. Whether you’re baking for the holidays or simply indulging in seasonal flavors, this Cranberry Orange Loaf is a timeless classic that's as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
- 1 tablespoon Orange juice (for optional glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold the cranberries into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
If using the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled loaf before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2249 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.7 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 294.2 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1064 mg | 23% | |
*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.
