Cranberry Blueberry Bread for the Bread Machine

Indulge in the perfect balance of tart and sweet with this Cranberry Blueberry Bread for the Bread Machine, a fuss-free recipe that delivers bakery-quality results right in your kitchen. Featuring dried cranberries and a burst of fresh or frozen blueberries, this loaf is a delightful combination of fruity flavors and soft, homemade bread texture. Sweetened with a touch of honey and enriched with buttery goodness, this bread is perfectly suited for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even as a unique addition to your brunch spread. With minimal prep time and the convenience of your bread machine, this recipe makes it easy to enjoy a deliciously fragrant, golden loaf every time. Perfectly keyworded for home bakers searching for "fruit bread for a bread machine," "cranberry blueberry bread recipe," or "easy bread machine recipes with fruit."

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:210 mins

Total Time:220 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Bread flour
• 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Fresh (or frozen) blueberries

Directions

Step 1

Ensure your bread machine is clean and in good working condition. Set it to the 'Basic' or 'Sweet Bread' cycle, and choose the medium crust setting (if applicable).

Step 2

Measure the water and milk into a liquid measuring cup. Make sure the mixture is at room temperature; if using cold milk, you can warm it slightly in the microwave to about 100°F (lukewarm).

Step 3

Add the water/milk mixture to the bread machine pan, then add the unsalted butter (cut into small pieces) and honey.

Step 4

Sprinkle the salt over the liquid ingredients in the pan.

Step 5

Add the bread flour to the pan, spreading it evenly over the liquid so it completely covers the wet ingredients.

Step 6

Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the active dry yeast to the well. This ensures the yeast does not activate prematurely.

Step 7

Place the bread machine pan into the machine and start the program.

Step 8

When the machine beeps for mix-ins (typically during the kneading cycle), add the dried cranberries and fresh or frozen blueberries. If your machine does not have a mix-ins signal, add the fruits at the start, but note that the blueberries may break down more during mixing.

Step 9

Allow the bread machine to complete its cycle, which usually involves kneading, rising, and baking. Avoid opening the lid during this process to maintain a consistent baking environment.

Step 10

Once the bread is done, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine using oven mitts or a towel (it will be hot). Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve your cranberry blueberry bread fresh, or store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2285.3

Total Fat 55.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 129.5mg	0%
Sodium 1846.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 406.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 110.0g
Protein 50.7g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 169.7mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 734.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.4%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 69.9%