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Cranberry Orange Bread

A delightful and cozy loaf of bread combining tart cranberries and sweet orange flavors, perfect for gatherings and personal enjoyment.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Brunch, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to your liking.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder For lovely rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Enhances lift.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large eggs Helps bind ingredients.
  • Zest of 1 orange Adds citrus aroma.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped Fresh is best; frozen works too.
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice For the glaze.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, orange juice, orange zest, and vegetable oil until bright and bubbly.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in cranberries.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Once cool, mix powdered sugar with orange juice and drizzle over the bread.

Notes

For variations, add nuts, spices, or chocolate chips as desired. Let the bread cool thoroughly before slicing for clean cuts.