Description

A deliciously moist and flavorful quick bread bursting with tart cranberries and fresh orange zest. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or holiday gifting!

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
1 tbsp orange zest
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix melted butter, orange juice, orange zest, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
Make the batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Add cranberries & nuts: Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and nuts (if using).
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool & serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
For extra orange flavor, drizzle with an orange glaze (mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 2 tbsp orange juice).

Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.