Mom's Cranberry Walnut Bread
Bursting with festive flavors, Mom's Cranberry Walnut Bread is a timeless holiday classic that combines sweet and tangy cranberries with the warm nuttiness of chopped walnuts and a zesty hint of fresh orange. Perfectly moist and beautifully balanced, this quick bread is made with freshly squeezed orange juice and a touch of orange zest to elevate every bite. Whether served as a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a holiday centerpiece, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple steps, you’ll have a homemade loaf brimming with flavor and nostalgia ready in under an hour. Pair it with butter, cream cheese, or enjoy it plain—this cranberry walnut bread is sure to bring a taste of comfort and joy to your table.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.75 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- 0.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries (coarsely chopped)
- 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoons Grated orange zest
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Whisk together to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 3
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the orange juice, water, vegetable oil, and egg until well combined.
Step 4
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be lumpy.
Step 5
Fold in the chopped cranberries, walnuts, and orange zest. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the bread dense.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Step 9
Serve the cranberry walnut bread on its own, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese for an extra treat. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1073.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2586.4 |
| Total Fat 76.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g | |
| Cholesterol 219.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2606.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 441.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 226.9g | |
| Protein 43.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 144.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1131.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories