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cranberry orange bread

Cranberry Orange Bread

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Cranberry Orange Bread is a delightful and fragrant quick bread that beautifully balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bright and zesty flavor of orange. Topped with a sweet citrus glaze, this bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a festive snack during the holidays. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can enjoy this delicious treat any time of the year. Whether served warm or at room temperature, each slice offers a burst of flavor that will leave you wanting more.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined; gently fold in cranberries.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth; pour over cooled bread.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (around 65g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg