Description
Cranberry Orange Loaf is a delightful blend of tart cranberries and zesty oranges baked into a soft, golden bread. This easy-to-make loaf is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or a cozy Sunday brunch. With its enticing aroma and vibrant colors, each slice promises a burst of flavor that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add orange zest and juice.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently mix in cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg