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Cranberry Orange Bread

Deliciously Easy Cranberry Orange Bread to Brighten Mornings

A delightful Cranberry Orange Bread recipe that transforms leftover cranberry sauce into a sweet and flavorful loaf, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour whisk with baking soda and salt for even distribution
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the bread
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for aromatic flavor
  • 1 cup leftover cranberry sauce or fresh cranberries with sugar and zest
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice adds moisture
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest for bright flavor
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional for flavor

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

How to Make Cranberry Orange Bread
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Mix the leftover cranberry sauce, fresh orange juice, and orange zest in a small bowl.
  6. Alternate adding the dry mixture and the cranberry-orange mix to the creamed butter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of orange glaze.

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