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Sweet Cranberry and Orange Zest Loaf Bread

This Sweet Cranberry and Orange Zest Loaf Bread combines juicy tart cranberries with bright orange zest, making it a comforting treat suitable for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.25 cups fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main Flavor Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped If using frozen, do not thaw.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add in the eggs, orange juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth out the top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the batter and check for doneness with a toothpick. This loaf can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.