🍞 Welcome to our delightful recipe for Cranberry Bread, a perfect treat for the holiday season or any time you’re craving a deliciously fruity bread! This simple-to-make recipe yields 2 loaves of moist, flavorful bread, ensuring you have plenty to enjoy and share with loved ones. 🎄
Cranberry Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons orange juice
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 – 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9×5-inch loaf pans with Pam or cooking spray, ensuring an easy release once the bread is baked.
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Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This step helps to ensure an even distribution of leavening agents and prevents any lumps in your batter.
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Add cranberries and nuts: Once your dry ingredients are well combined, gently fold in the fresh cranberries and chopped nuts (if using). The tartness of the cranberries adds a burst of flavor, while the nuts provide a delightful crunch.
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Prepare wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then, mix in the orange juice and vegetable oil until well combined. This combination of wet ingredients adds moisture and flavor to your bread, creating a perfectly tender crumb.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the egg mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and cranberries. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a tough texture in your finished bread.
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Transfer to loaf pans: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans, spreading it out into an even layer. The loaf pans should be filled about halfway to allow room for the bread to rise as it bakes.
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Bake to perfection: Place the filled loaf pans in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean. The aroma of freshly baked cranberry bread will fill your kitchen as it bakes to golden perfection.
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Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the loaves from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve slices of this delicious cranberry bread on their own, or with a pat of butter for an extra indulgent treat.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2036
- Fat Content: 21.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 186mg
- Sodium Content: 2419.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 430.8g
- Fiber Content: 11.9g
- Sugar Content: 225.3g
- Protein Content: 34.2g
Enjoy the festive flavors of cranberry bread with this easy-to-follow recipe that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dessert, this bread is sure to become a seasonal favorite in your home. Happy baking! 🍞🎉
