Cranberry Loaf or Muffins

Brighten up your mornings or add a festive touch to any gathering with this irresistible Cranberry Loaf or Muffins recipe! Bursting with vibrant flavors of fresh or frozen cranberries and zesty orange, this easy-to-make treat strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet. The recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder with rich melted butter and a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice, creating a tender, moist crumb. Chopped nuts add an optional crunch for extra texture, and the flexibility to bake it as a loaf or muffins makes it ideal for any occasion. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed as a grab-and-go breakfast, these cranberry delights are sure to impress. Perfect for holiday baking or year-round enjoyment, this recipe is a must-try for fans of fresh, fruity desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 1 large Egg
• 0.75 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 1.5 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries (chopped roughly)
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line a muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, orange juice, and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a denser texture.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped cranberries and optional nuts using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

If making a loaf, pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula. If making muffins, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven: 50-60 minutes for a loaf or 18-22 minutes for muffins, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Once baked, remove the loaf or muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice the loaf or serve the muffins as is. Enjoy with a spread of butter or a drizzle of honey if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1174.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2807.3

Total Fat 97.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 357.9mg	0%
Sodium 2001.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 455.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 232.9g
Protein 44.5g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 239.4mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1308.8mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 63.3%