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Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread

Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread That's Irresistibly Moist

An irresistibly moist cranberry orange bread that's a delightful breakfast or gift, combining tart cranberries with zesty orange flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free options.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors of the other ingredients.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Reduce if using sweeter dried cranberries.
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest Use zest from one large orange for optimal taste.
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice Freshly squeezed is always best!
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Make sure it’s melted and cooled before mixing.
  • 2 large eggs Provides richness and binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a lovely warm flavor note.
  • 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries Roughly chop before adding.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Optional for a sweet decorative finish.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing and flouring it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and orange zest.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the fresh orange juice, melted and cooled butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
  5. Carefully fold in the fresh or dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top using a spatula.
  7. Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50–60 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Remove the bread from the oven and cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Toss cranberries in a bit of flour before adding to avoid sinking. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap for storage.

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