Description
Mom’s Cranberry Walnut Bread is a delightful blend of tart cranberries and rich walnuts, making it the ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you’re preparing for a festive gathering, a cozy brunch, or simply enjoying a quiet morning with coffee, this bread promises to impress. With its moist texture and vibrant flavors, it’s a treat that everyone will adore. Easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all levels looking for a delicious addition to their kitchen repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unbleached flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (halved)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and adjust the rack to the middle position.
- Prepare your loaf pan by spraying it with non-stick spray or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, sugar, and sea salt. Stir in halved cranberries until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and mix in orange juice, grated zest, and melted butter until blended.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon; mix gently until just combined. Fold in chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice once completely cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg