Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Amazing Cranberry Orange Bread, a perfect blend of tart cranberries and zesty orange that embodies the essence of winter. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or toasted with a spread of cream cheese or butter, this moist loaf is sure to become a staple in your home. With nutritious ingredients like applesauce and whole cranberries, you can savor each slice guilt-free. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, this vibrant bread will bring warmth and joy to any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (slightly beaten)
- 8 ounces canned whole cranberries in sauce
- Juice and zest from 1 large orange
- 2 tablespoons applesauce
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine beaten eggs, cranberries with sauce, orange juice and zest, applesauce, almond extract, and vegetable oil.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing; enjoy warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg