Description
This Cranberry Orange Bread brings back memories of cozy afternoons, sipping tea with loved ones while sharing homemade treats. It’s the perfect blend of tangy cranberries and zesty orange, topped with a sweet glaze that adds just the right touch. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or gifting to a friend—it’s always a hit! Ready to add a touch of warmth to your day? Let’s bake this delightful bread together!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
For the Glaze:
- 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir in orange zest and cranberries.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix well.
- Combine Mixtures: Alternately add the flour mixture and orange juice to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Stir in nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
- Variations: Consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Storage: Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap to maintain freshness. It can be stored at room temperature for several days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Category: Bread
- Method: Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cuisine: American