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Moist Cranberry Orange Bread for Festive Mornings

Cranberry Orange Bread
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Moist Cranberry Orange Bread – Bright, Fresh, and Perfect for the Holidays

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) fresh orange juice (2–3 oranges)
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
  • ½ cup (60 g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • Use whole wheat flour for a heartier texture.
  • Add ½ cup white chocolate chips for sweetness.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for part of the oil.
  • Replace orange juice with tangerine or clementine juice.
  • Drizzle with an orange glaze for extra flavor.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk orange juice, zest, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in halved cranberries and nuts (if using).
  6. Spread batter into loaf pan and bake 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to a rack. Cool fully before slicing or glazing.
  8. Whisk ½ cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tablespoons orange juice and drizzle over cooled loaf.

Notes

  • This bread is perfect for holiday mornings or gifting.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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