Cranberry-Nut Loaf Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🥧 Recipe Yield: 1 8×4 inch loaf cake
Description:
This delightful Cranberry-Nut Loaf is a perfect treat, especially during the festive season with its vibrant red cranberries adding a pop of color and flavor. However, don’t limit yourself to just Christmas; this versatile loaf can be enjoyed year-round, and if cranberries aren’t in season, feel free to swap them out for fresh blueberries for a delicious twist!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 1/2 | Baking mix |
| 1/2 | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 | Half-and-half |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 1/2 | Milk |
| 1/2 | Fresh cranberries |
| 1/2 | Pecans |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2445.2
- Fat Content: 109.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 27g
- Cholesterol Content: 473.8mg
- Sodium Content: 4063.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 327.9g
- Fiber Content: 18.1g
- Sugar Content: 149.7g
- Protein Content: 45.7g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Loaf Pan: Grease a 8×4-inch loaf pan, ensuring the batter won’t stick.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the baking mix and brown sugar.
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Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the half-and-half, beaten eggs, and milk. Mix everything together until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.
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Fold in Cranberries and Nuts: Gently fold in the fresh cranberries and pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Transfer to Loaf Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve this moist and flavorful Cranberry-Nut Loaf to enjoy its delightful taste!
This Cranberry-Nut Loaf is a perfect treat for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a slice of something sweet and comforting. With its burst of cranberry flavor and satisfying nuttiness, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy every bite of this moist and tender loaf cake!
