Description
Experience the delightful fusion of tart cranberries and zesty orange in this easy-to-make loaf recipe. Perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or simply as a treat for yourself, this vibrant bread will fill your home with an inviting aroma. Impress your guests with a slice of this visually stunning loaf that’s sure to leave them asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl until just melted; let cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, orange zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries without crushing them.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg