Cranberry Orange Quick Bread
Brighten up your baking routine with this Cranberry Orange Quick Bread, a delightful combination of tangy cranberries and zesty orange that’s perfect for any season. Bursting with fresh, juicy cranberries and aromatic orange zest, this easy-to-make loaf comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time, making it a quick yet decadent treat. The tender, moist crumb is beautifully balanced with a hint of sweetness and a touch of vanilla, while the fresh orange juice adds a natural citrusy flavor that ties everything together. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack, this quick bread is a showstopper served warm or at room temperature. With a simple ingredients list and no yeast required, this recipe is a must-try for beginner and seasoned bakers alike. Store leftovers (if there are any!) in an airtight container for up to three days, though it’s so delicious it likely won’t last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.75 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Fold the cranberries and orange zest into the dry ingredients to evenly coat them.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix as this can make the bread dense.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve at room temperature or warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.3 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.2 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2819 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 449.4 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 233.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1070 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.
