Lemon Cranberry Anise Bread

Brighten your day with this Lemon Cranberry Anise Bread—a delightful fusion of zesty citrus, tart cranberries, and the subtle licorice-like aroma of anise seeds. Perfectly moist with a tender crumb, this quick bread is easy to make and ideal for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack. Fresh cranberries pair beautifully with fragrant lemon zest and juice, while warm anise seeds add an unexpected layer of flavor that makes this loaf truly unique. This recipe is simple yet flavorful, requiring only 15 minutes of prep time before baking to golden perfection. Serve it dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant touch, or enjoy as-is with a cup of tea or coffee. Great for holiday gatherings or as a homemade gift, this lemon cranberry bread bursts with seasonal ingredients and timeless charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons Anise seeds
• 1 cup Fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 0.25 cups Lemon juice
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and lemon zest, ensuring the fruit is coated in the dry mixture to prevent sinking during baking.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can result in a dense bread.

Step 6

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar for garnish before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(958.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2298.4

Total Fat 69.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.7g
Cholesterol 386.6mg	0%
Sodium 1375.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 388.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 182.1g
Protein 42.3g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 288.8mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 861.2mg	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: 26.6%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 66.2%