Orange Cranberry Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade orange cranberry bread, where the zesty sweetness of oranges meets the tartness of fresh cranberries. This soft, aromatic loaf is perfect for breakfast or as a light snack, and it fills your kitchen with an inviting citrus scent. Easy to make and visually stunning, this recipe will become a cherished favorite at your gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (halved)
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with nonstick spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mash the cranberries lightly with a fork. Add the orange zest and juice; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the cranberry-orange mixture until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 65g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg