Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bread

Start your day with a burst of flavor with this cranberry orange breakfast bread. This moist and tender bread is infused with the tangy zest of oranges and the tartness of cranberries, making it a delightful treat for breakfast or brunch. The bread is easy to make and requires basic ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toast it for a delightful morning treat. This recipe takes approximately 90 minutes to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Stir in the cranberries and chopped walnuts (if using).
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, orange juice, orange zest, eggs, and vanilla extract.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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