Cranberry Streusel Loaf

Indulge in the perfect blend of tart and sweet with this irresistibly moist Cranberry Streusel Loaf. Bursting with juicy cranberries and topped with a buttery cinnamon-brown sugar streusel, this loaf offers a delicious balance of flavors and textures. The secret to its tender crumb lies in the cold, cubed butter that’s cut into the flour mixture, creating a bakery-style finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy but elegant recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy brunches, or as a thoughtful gift. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoy it with your morning coffee for a delightful treat! Perfect for fans of cranberry breads and those searching for a show-stopping seasonal bake, this loaf is sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 2 units Eggs (large)
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries (roughly chopped if large)
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar (packed)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted, for streusel)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.

Step 5

Fold in the cranberries gently and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

For the streusel topping, mix the remaining 0.5 cup of flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Add the melted butter and stir until crumbly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the batter in the loaf pan.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1381.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3858.8

Total Fat 148.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 736.1mg	0%
Sodium 2350.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 600.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 341.6g
Protein 51.8g	0%

Vitamin D 187.9IU	0%
Calcium 463.5mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 1189.3mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 60.9%