Quick Cranberry Nut Bread
Bursting with vibrant flavors and festive charm, this Quick Cranberry Nut Bread is the ultimate treat for busy bakers. Made with fresh or frozen cranberries, a hint of orange zest, and crunchy walnuts or pecans, this easy-to-make loaf perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors. The recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings, brunch spreads, or a delightful snack. Thanks to the addition of orange juice and melted butter, the bread is wonderfully moist with a tender crumb. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with a smear of butter, this cranberry nut bread offers a wholesome blend of seasonal ingredients that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for gifting or enjoying with a warm cup of coffee, it’s a must-try recipe for busy holiday seasons!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.75 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 piece large egg
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (roughly chopped)
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
- 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray or butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, orange juice, orange zest, and egg until well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing as it can make the bread dense.
Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and nuts using a spatula or wooden spoon.
Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve slices of cranberry nut bread plain or with a spread of butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.2 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 266 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*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.
