Cranberry Cheese Bread

Soft, moist, and bursting with the perfect balance of tart and creamy flavors, this Cranberry Cheese Bread is your new go-to holiday treat or anytime indulgence. Vibrant cranberries and a hint of zesty orange complement a rich, creamy layer of melty cream cheese hidden within each slice. Made with a simple buttermilk batter that delivers a tender crumb, this loaf is delightfully easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time. Perfectly suited for breakfast, brunch, or as a festive dessert, this quick bread recipe will fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of freshly baked goodness. Plus, it’s perfect for using fresh or dried cranberries, making it versatile and seasonal year-round. Don’t forget to store leftovers—if there are any!—to enjoy later.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cups buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cups fresh or dried cranberries
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
• 1 teaspoons orange zest (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just mixed. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

Fold in the cranberries and orange zest (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the cubed cream cheese evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining batter, smoothing the surface with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread (avoiding the cream cheese layer) comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2550.6

Total Fat 101.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 452.7mg	0%
Sodium 3126.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 371.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 171.4g
Protein 45.0g	0%

Vitamin D 136.2IU	0%
Calcium 412.1mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 840.6mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 57.7%