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Spiced Orange Cranberry Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Spiced Orange Cranberry Bread is a delightful holiday treat combining fresh cranberries, warm spices, and bright orange zest. It’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The bread is topped with a simple confectioners’ sugar glaze that adds the perfect touch of sweetness without overpowering the natural tang of cranberries and orange.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (260g)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil (60mL)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup whole milk (180mL), room temperature
  • ¼ cup orange juice (60mL), room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Fruits

  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries (160g)

Glaze

  • 2/3 cups confectioners sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cranberries: Cut cranberries that are larger than the size of a blueberry in half and set them aside to ensure even distribution throughout the bread.
  2. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), placing the oven rack in the center for even baking. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, and ground ginger until thoroughly combined.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a larger bowl, whisk the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, eggs, whole milk, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to create a smooth mixture without any clumps of zest.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter. Then carefully fold in the cranberries to evenly incorporate them.
  6. Pour & Bake: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If using a thermometer, the bread is done at an internal temperature of 185°F (85°C).
  7. Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, loosen the edges with a knife and transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the confectioners’ sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk, adding milk gradually until the glaze reaches a pourable consistency.
  9. Glaze the Bread: Using a spoon, drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled loaf for a sweet, decorative finish.
  10. Serve: Slice and serve the bread once the glaze has set. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh room temperature eggs and milk to ensure a smooth batter.
  • If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw before adding to the batter to prevent discoloring the dough.
  • Adjust the glaze thickness by adding more or less milk to achieve your desired drizzle consistency.
  • Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • You can substitute orange juice with freshly squeezed lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/spiced-orange-cranberry-bread-recipe/