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Cranberry Orange Bread

Cranberry Orange Bread
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Cranberry Orange Bread is a cozy, comforting fall treat that perfectly balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bright citrus notes of orange zest and juice. Soft, moist, and vibrant in color, this delightful loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert and makes a beautiful addition to any autumn table.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan alternative)
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or oil (coconut oil for vegan alternative)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan. Zest and juice the oranges, and rinse the fresh cranberries to prepare them for the batter.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with melted butter or oil, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest until well combined, adding moisture and richness to the batter.
  4. Bring wet and dry together: Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Take care not to overmix to maintain a light and tender texture.
  5. Fold in cranberries: Carefully stir the fresh cranberries into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up to prevent staining the batter.
  6. Bake until golden: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool slightly before removing it from the pan.

Notes

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture; dried cranberries can dry out the bread.
  • Zest the orange before juicing to capture all the aromatic oils.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense loaf.
  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for better batter consistency.
  • Start checking doneness at 50 minutes to prevent overbaking.

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Keywords: cranberry, orange, bread, fall, autumn, citrus, moist, quick bread

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