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Cranberry Orange Bread

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Cranberry Orange Bread is a moist, citrusy quick bread packed with tart cranberries and bright orange flavor—perfect for breakfast, snack, or a light dessert.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (halved if large)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest, rubbing them together to release oils. Whisk in the orange juice, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the cranberries and optional nuts without overmixing.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread.
  • Freshly squeezed orange juice and zest provide the best flavor.
  • Dried cranberries can be used if soaked in warm water first.
  • Add a simple glaze of powdered sugar and orange juice for extra sweetness.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days, or refrigerate/freeze for longer storage.

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