Description
Experience the perfect harmony of tart, fresh cranberries and bright, sunny orange zest in every slice of this festive quick bread. This moist and tender loaf is an effortless holiday-inspired treat, perfect for a cozy breakfast or a thoughtful homemade gift. With a beautifully textured crumb and vibrant citrus notes, this recipe is simple to prepare and sure to impress guests with its seasonal comfort and aromatic appeal.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
1 cup fresh cranberries, halved
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 9×5 inch loaf pan lightly with oil or butter.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, combine the egg, orange juice, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold until just combined, leaving a few small lumps.
Gently fold in the fresh cranberries and orange zest.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to prevent crumbling. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week. The bread can also be wrapped tightly and frozen.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 18mg