Description
This moist and flavorful Cranberry Orange Bread is the perfect combination of tart cranberries and sweet orange zest. Ideal for breakfast or a quick snack, this easy-to-make loaf is full of vibrant flavors that brighten your day.
Ingredients
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For the Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour – forms the base of the bread
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder – helps the bread rise
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda – for a light texture
- 1/2 teaspoon salt – enhances flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar – sweetens the bread
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar – adds moisture and a rich flavor
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened – provides richness and tenderness
- 2 large eggs – binds the ingredients together
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – adds a touch of sweetness
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries – tart and juicy berries for texture and flavor
- 1/2 cup orange juice – contributes to the bread’s fresh citrusy taste
- Zest of 1 orange – enhances the orange flavor
For the Loaf Pan:
- Butter and flour for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the orange juice and orange zest. Mix until just combined.
- Add Cranberries: Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them before adding to the batter to prevent excess moisture.
- You can add a glaze of powdered sugar and orange juice for an extra sweet touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg