Grandmothers Famous Cranberry Bread

Grandmother's Famous Cranberry Bread is a timeless classic that balances the perfect mix of tart cranberries and zesty orange flavors, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. This easy-to-make quick bread combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and sugar with vibrant ingredients like fresh cranberries, fresh-squeezed orange juice, and grated orange zest for a burst of citrusy brightness. The tender crumb comes from the magic of cold butter cut into the batter, while optional crunchy walnuts or pecans add an extra layer of cozy texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an hour to bake, this beautifully golden loaf is perfect for holiday brunches, tea-time indulgences, or gifting to loved ones. Enjoy it warm with a pat of butter, or slice it up for a delightful breakfast or snack. Perfectly moist, sweet, and tangy, this cranberry bread recipe is destined to become your family's new favorite tradition!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 0.75 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 large egg
• 1.5 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (coarsely chopped)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, grated orange zest, and egg until well mixed.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped cranberries and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center 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 at room temperature or lightly toasted with butter. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1179.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2794.7

Total Fat 96.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 315.2mg	0%
Sodium 3246.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 461.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 232.8g
Protein 44.6g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 168.6mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1246.1mg	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: 30.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 63.9%