Description
Experience the enchanting aroma and delightful flavor of this homemade cranberry orange loaf. With a golden crust and a moist, tender crumb, this easy-to-make treat is filled with sweet-tart cranberries and vibrant orange zest. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack, it’s sure to impress family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and orange zest.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg