Nut-Free Cranberry Bread
Bright, zesty, and delightfully moist, this Nut-Free Cranberry Bread is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Crafted without nuts for allergy-friendly indulgence, this recipe combines vibrant fresh or frozen cranberries with a hint of warm cinnamon and fragrant orange zest. The buttermilk ensures a soft, tender crumb, while the melted butter adds a rich, buttery finish. Ready in just over an hour, this easy quick bread recipe is ideal for breakfast, a holiday treat, or an afternoon snack with a cup of tea. With no special techniques required, it’s a foolproof, family-friendly favorite that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Perfect for showcasing seasonal cranberries, this loaf makes for a gorgeous centerpiece at your next brunch or giftable bake for loved ones.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg lightly. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. It's okay if the batter is a little lumpy.
Gently fold in the cranberries until evenly distributed. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the bread tough.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the cranberry bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve once cooled and enjoy your nut-free cranberry bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.8 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.4 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2863 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 440.5 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 226.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 962 mg | 20% | |
*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.
