Cranberry Bread

Brighten up your baking repertoire with this vibrant Cranberry Bread recipe, a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors! Featuring fresh, coarsely chopped cranberries, orange juice, and a hint of grated orange zest, this moist and flavorful quick bread is a citrusy delight. The optional addition of crunchy walnuts adds a hearty texture, making it an irresistible treat for breakfast, snacking, or festive gatherings. Ready in just over an hour, this easy homemade loaf uses simple pantry staples and comes together with minimal effort—no electric mixer required! Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it as-is for a burst of seasonal flavor in every slice. Ideal for holiday spreads or as a make-ahead gift, this Cranberry Bread is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 unit large egg, beaten
• 1.5 cups fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped
• 0.5 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, orange juice, grated orange zest, and beaten egg. Whisk together until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until the batter is moistened. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tougher bread.

Step 5

Fold in the coarsely chopped cranberries and walnuts, if using. Ensure the cranberries and walnuts are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake the cranberry bread in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve this delicious cranberry bread, enjoying the tartness of the cranberries balanced with the sweetness of the loaf.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1119.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2765.7

Total Fat 97.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 315.2mg	0%
Sodium 2925.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 454.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 231.0g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 179.9mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1199.2mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 63.4%