Cranberry Bliss Poppy Seed Loaf 🍞🍇

Cranberry Poppy Seed Loaf Recipe 🍞

Prepare to delight your taste buds with this delightful Cranberry Poppy Seed Loaf recipe! Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even a festive addition to your holiday table, this bread combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, all wrapped up in a moist, tender loaf. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Name: Cranberry Poppy Seed Loaf
Recipe Category: Breads
Keywords: Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Fruit, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup nonfat milk
• 1/3 cup Fleischmann’s margarine
• 1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 1 cup frozen cranberries
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons water

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/4-inch loaf pan and set it aside.

2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, poppy seeds, and baking powder. Mix well and set aside.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, combine the nonfat milk, Fleischmann’s margarine (or any margarine of your choice), Egg Beaters egg substitute, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Stir until well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the milk mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

5. Incorporate Cranberries: Gently fold in the fresh and frozen cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6. Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10-15 minutes.

8. Prepare Glaze: While the loaf is cooling, prepare the powdered sugar glaze. In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and water, stirring until smooth.

9. Drizzle with Glaze: Once the loaf has cooled slightly, drizzle the powdered sugar glaze over the top, if desired, for an extra touch of sweetness and decoration.

10. Serve and Enjoy: Slice the Cranberry Poppy Seed Loaf and serve it warm or at room temperature. Enjoy the burst of flavors with each delicious bite!

This Cranberry Poppy Seed Loaf is sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire. Whether you’re enjoying it with a cup of coffee in the morning or sharing it with friends and family during the holidays, its moist texture and vibrant flavors will leave everyone coming back for more. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake up a batch of pure deliciousness!