Dorothy's Cranberry Bread

Brighten up your baking routine with Dorothy's Cranberry Bread, a tender and tangy loaf bursting with fresh cranberry flavor and zesty orange undertones. This classic recipe combines coarsely chopped cranberries and a hint of orange zest, perfectly balanced with a buttery, slightly sweet batter for a delightful fusion of tart and sweet. Optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, making each slice irresistibly textured. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make quick bread is perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a festive holiday table centerpiece. With its golden crust and vibrant cranberry speckles, Dorothy's Cranberry Bread is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the seasonal flavors in every bite! Keywords: cranberry bread, orange zest quick bread, holiday baking, cranberry orange loaf.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 cups Fresh cranberries (coarsely chopped)
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and lightly flour it, tapping out any excess flour.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the unsalted butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just incorporated. Do not overmix; the batter should still be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Fold the chopped cranberries and walnuts (if using) into the batter, ensuring they're evenly distributed.

Step 7

Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve the cranberry bread as a snack, breakfast, or dessert. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2607.4

Total Fat 75.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 281.5mg	0%
Sodium 1977.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 459.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 232.5g
Protein 44.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 159.8mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1243.7mg	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: 25.2%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 68.2%