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Cranberry Orange Bread with Simple Glaze

Cranberry Orange Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf that blends sharp cranberries with tangy orange zest, topped with a sweet orange glaze. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a festive treat, this bread is both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Bread Recipes, Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Bread:
  • 1 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour Divided. The tablespoon is used for coating the cranberries.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries Thawed if frozen.
  • For the Orange Syrup:
  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • For the Orange Glaze:
  • 1 cup sifted confectioner’s sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, tapping out any excess flour.
  • Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, and kosher salt. Sift these ingredients together to ensure even distribution.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a larger bowl, whisk together the yogurt, sugar, eggs, orange zest, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until well blended.
  • Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
  • Coat the Cranberries: Toss the cranberries with the remaining 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the bread.
  • Pour the Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake: Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, with a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved, then simmer for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Soak the Bread: While the loaf is still warm, poke holes in the top and sides with a toothpick. Brush the orange syrup over the bread, allowing it to soak in. Cool the bread completely.
  • Make the Glaze: Whisk together the confectioner’s sugar and fresh orange juice in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency by adding more orange juice if needed.
  • Glaze the Bread: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf, allowing it to run down the sides. Let the glaze harden before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use fresh or thawed frozen cranberries for the best results. Let the bread cool completely before applying the glaze for a perfect finish. Store in an airtight container at room temperature, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
Keyword Cranberry Orange Bread with Simple Glaze
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