Delicious and Nutritious Cranberry Pignoli Nut Bread Recipe

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Delicious and Nutritious Cranberry Pignoli Nut Bread Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
70mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 08, 2023

Indulge in the delightful flavors of cranberries and pignoli nuts with this easy-to-make and incredibly delicious Cranberry Pignoli Nut Bread. Made with wholesome ingredients and bursting with tangy cranberries, crunchy pignoli nuts, and warm spices, this bread will be a hit at any gathering. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert, this bread is sure to impress. Follow this recipe and satisfy your cravings for a sweet and nutty treat this holiday season.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pignoli nuts
  • 1/2 cup milk

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the cranberries, pignoli nuts, and milk, gently stirring until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 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.

Interesting Facts

  • Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and are a great source of vitamin C.
  • Pignoli nuts, also known as pine nuts, add a rich and buttery flavor to the bread.
  • This bread is perfect for holiday gifting or enjoying with a cup of hot coffee or tea.