Description
Irresistible Orange Glazed Cranberry Bread is a delightful treat that combines the sweet tanginess of oranges with the tartness of fresh cranberries. With its warm, buttery texture and a shiny orange glaze, this bread is perfect for any occasion—from holiday brunches to cozy family gatherings. Enjoy the aroma filling your kitchen as this quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a slice of heaven.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, milk, orange juice, and zest until smooth.
- Fold cranberries into the wet mixture gently.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth; drizzle over cooled bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg