Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Irresistible Cream Cheese Cranberry Bread, a perfect combination of creamy richness and tart cranberry goodness. This warm, moist bread is ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy breakfasts, or afternoon snacks. With its inviting aroma and pleasing texture, each slice offers a deliciously sweet-tart experience that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
3 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup fresh or dried cranberries

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
Fold in cranberries until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. Enhance flavor by adding nuts like walnuts or pecans.