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An Amazing Cranberry Orange Bread You’ll Want To Try Right Now

An Amazing Cranberry Orange Bread You’ll Want To Try Right Now
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4.8 from 28 reviews

This delightful Cranberry Orange Bread is a perfect blend of tart cranberries and bright citrus flavors, making it a moist and flavorful treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this quick bread combines the zing of fresh orange zest and juice with the sweetness of cranberries and a hint of almond extract. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter, this bread promises to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
  • 8 oz canned whole cranberries in sauce
  • 1 large orange, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons applesauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray or grease a bread loaf pan to ensure the bread does not stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the beaten eggs, canned cranberries with sauce, orange zest and juice, applesauce, almond extract, and oil. Mix these wet ingredients thoroughly to blend all flavors.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture just until all ingredients are incorporated; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Transfer Batter to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Optional Muffins: To make muffins, spoon about 2/3 cup of batter into each greased muffin tin. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-23 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

  • You can substitute canned cranberries in sauce with fresh cranberries mixed with a little sugar if desired.
  • Using applesauce instead of some or all the oil reduces fat while keeping the bread moist.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This bread freezes well; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing for up to 3 months.
  • Almond extract adds a subtle nutty flavor, but it can be omitted or replaced with vanilla extract if preferred.

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Keywords: cranberry orange bread, quick bread, cranberry bread, citrus bread, breakfast bread, holiday bread

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