Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Irresistible Cranberry Orange Loaf, where tart cranberries meet zesty orange for a perfect balance. Ideal for brunches, gatherings, or cozy nights at home, this moist loaf promises to impress your guests and fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Each slice bursts with flavor, making it a memorable treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 large eggs
½ cup fresh orange juice
Zest of 1 orange
1 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
Mix in orange juice and zest until combined.
Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in dried cranberries and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 155mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. This loaf freezes well; slice before freezing for easy thawing.