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Easy Cranberry Orange Bread Recipe – Moist, Zesty, and Festive!

Cranberry orange bread loaf sliced on a wooden board with a drizzle of orange glaze and fresh cranberries on top.

Cheerful Introduction

This vibrant Cranberry Orange Bread is a tangy delight, perfect for breakfast or as a thoughtful gift during the holidays. With its bright flavors and festive aroma, this quick bread is sure to bring joy to your kitchen!

Cranberry Orange Bread at a Glance

Imagine a moist, bakery-style loaf bursting with juicy cranberries and a refreshing citrus aroma. The tender crumb of this orange cranberry bread makes each slice an irresistible treat, offering a delightful combination of tartness and sweetness.

Cranberry Orange Bread Details at a Glance

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients

Bread Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Optional Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk orange juice, oil, eggs, and zest.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and fold in cranberries.
  5. Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55 minutes.
  6. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan.
  7. If desired, mix powdered sugar and orange juice for the glaze and drizzle over the cooled bread.

Tips for Success

To prevent soggy cranberries, dust them with flour before mixing. Ensure a perfect rise by measuring your ingredients accurately, and consider making the bread ahead of time for additional flavors.

Variations for Cranberry Orange Bread

For Bakery-Style touch, drizzle a simple orange glaze over your Cranberry Orange Bread before serving.
Feel free to add chopped nuts or white chocolate chips for a unique twist, or substitute with dried cranberries for a different texture.

Serving Suggestions

This cranberry orange bread is delightful when served warm with butter, a drizzle of orange glaze, or a light dusting of powdered sugar.

Festive Conclusion

Enjoy the cheerful flavors of this moist cranberry Orange bread  throughout the holiday season! Don't forget to save, share, or comment on this recipe; your friends and family will love it!

Looking for another cozy holiday favorite? You’ll love my Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows.
This recipe was inspired by King Arthur Baking’s cranberry orange loaf, known for its perfect texture and balance of flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Courses: , , , ,
Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Best Season: Fall, Winter, Thanksgiving, Christmas
Description

This Cranberry Orange Bread is bursting with fresh citrus flavor and tart pops of cranberry in every bite. Soft, moist, and perfectly sweet with a golden crust, it’s the perfect balance of tangy and bright. A simple orange glaze drizzled on top adds a touch of elegance and shine, making it ideal for breakfast, brunch, or gifting during the holiday season. Every slice tastes like a little piece of winter comfort.

Ingredients
  • Cranberry Orange Bread Details at a Glance
  • 15 Time: Prep minutes
  • 55 Time: Bake minutes
  • 1 Time: Total 1 hour 10 minutes
  • 12 Servings: slices
  • 1 Yield: loaf
  • Ingredients
  • Bread Ingredients:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • Optional Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
Instructions
  1. 1
    Instructions
  2. 2
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  3. 3
    In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. 4
    In another bowl, whisk orange juice, oil, eggs, and zest.
  5. 5
    Combine the wet and dry ingredients and fold in cranberries.
  6. 6
    Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55 minutes.
  7. 7
    Let it cool for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan.
  8. 8
    If desired, mix powdered sugar and orange juice for the glaze and drizzle over the cooled bread.
Note

Tips for Success

To prevent soggy cranberries, dust them with flour before mixing. Ensure a perfect rise by measuring your ingredients accurately, and consider making the bread ahead of time for additional flavors.

Variations for Cranberry Orange Bread

For Bakery-Style touch, drizzle a simple orange glaze over your Cranberry Orange Bread before serving.
Feel free to add chopped nuts or white chocolate chips for a unique twist, or substitute with dried cranberries for a different texture.

Serving Suggestions

This cranberry orange bread is delightful when served warm with butter, a drizzle of orange glaze, or a light dusting of powdered sugar.

Festive Conclusion

Enjoy the cheerful flavors of this moist cranberry Orange bread  throughout the holiday season! Don't forget to save, share, or comment on this recipe; your friends and family will love it!

Looking for another cozy holiday favorite? You’ll love my Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows.
This recipe was inspired by King Arthur Baking’s cranberry orange loaf, known for its perfect texture and balance of flavor.

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