Orange Cranberry Bread

Brighten your mornings with this delectable Orange Cranberry Bread, a citrusy, subtly sweet loaf brimming with bursts of tart, fresh cranberries. This recipe combines the zesty flavor of freshly grated orange zest and a splash of vibrant orange juice with the buttery richness of a melt-in-your-mouth quick bread. The tender crumb, thanks to the perfect balance of wet and dry ingredients, is studded with juicy cranberries for a festive and flavorful finish. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, a holiday brunch, or as a giftable homemade treat. Enjoy its moist texture and vibrant flavors with a steaming cup of coffee or tea, and don’t miss the chance to share this citrus-infused delight with loved ones.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.75 cups fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the orange zest to evenly distribute it throughout the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the orange juice, melted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be thick.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Begin checking for doneness at the 45-minute mark.

Step 8

Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn the loaf out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice the bread and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	999.8 grams (999.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2383

Total Fat 59.90g	77%
Saturated Fat 33.20g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 351mg	117%
Sodium 1987mg	86%
Total Carbohydrate 434.30g	158%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 226.80g
Protein 35.40g	71%

Vitamin D 67IU	334%
Calcium 151mg	12%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 928mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.3%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 71.8%