Grandmother’s Famous Cranberry Bread π
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf
Description:
This beloved recipe for Cranberry Bread has been passed down through generations, originating as a gift from a thoughtful 1st grade teacher to her student’s family. Over the years, it has become a cherished tradition, loved for its tender crumb, bursting cranberries, and nostalgic flavor. Let’s bake up a loaf of memories!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup butter, cold
- 1/4 cup margarine, cold
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon orange peel, grated
- 1 cup orange juice
- 3/4 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/3 cup cranberries, dried
- Optional: 1/2 cup nuts, chopped
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan. |
| 2 | Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda into a large bowl. |
| 3 | Cut in the cold butter and margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. |
| 4 | Add the egg, grated orange peel, and orange juice all at once to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix. |
| 5 | Fold in the fresh cranberries, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter. |
| 6 | Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. |
| 7 | Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 8 | Remove the cranberry bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. |
| 9 | Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 2590.1
- Total Fat: 77.5g
- Saturated Fat: 34.3g
- Cholesterol: 333.5mg
- Sodium: 4211.2mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 441.6g
- Dietary Fiber: 18g
- Sugar: 224.4g
- Protein: 42.4g
Recipe Notes:
- Freshness Tip: For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries when they’re in season.
- Variation: Feel free to substitute orange juice and zest with lemon for a citrusy twist.
- Storage: Wrap leftover slices tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Serve Warm: This cranberry bread is delightful when served warm with a dollop of butter or cream cheese.
- Gift Idea: Share the love by gifting a loaf of this cranberry bread to friends and family during the holiday season or special occasions. It’s sure to be appreciated!
