Indulge in the sweet and tart flavors of cranberries combined with the crunch of nuts in this delightful cranberry nut bread. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Stir in orange juice, orange zest, oil, and beaten egg until well combined.
- Fold in chopped cranberries and nuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are a good source of antioxidants and vitamin C, making this bread not only delicious but also nutritious.
You can use either fresh or frozen cranberries in this recipe, depending on what's available.