Gluten Free Cranberry Fruit Nut Bread

Discover the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this Gluten-Free Cranberry Fruit Nut Bread! This wholesome recipe combines juicy cranberries, crunchy walnuts or pecans, and an optional hint of orange zest to create a delightfully moist and aromatic quick bread. Made with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, coconut sugar, and unsweetened applesauce, this loaf is not only gluten-free but also refined sugar-free, making it a healthier yet indulgent treat. Ideal for breakfast, snacking, or a festive holiday spread, this bread is easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Whether you're gluten-intolerant or simply looking for a delicious baked good, this warm and flavorful loaf is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cups Coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any milk alternative)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries
• 0.75 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1 teaspoons Optional: Orange zest

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 medium mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut sugar, eggs, applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can result in a tough bread.

Step 5

Fold in the cranberries, chopped nuts, and optional orange zest, ensuring they're evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve the bread once it is fully cooled. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1231.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2527.0

Total Fat 74.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2766.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 458.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 205.9g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 157.0IU	0%
Calcium 580.4mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1456.0mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 69.4%