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The Ultimate Moist Cranberry Orange Bread with Zesty Orange Glaze

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Make this easy cranberry orange quick bread for a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for holiday brunch or breakfast treats. It features bright citrus zest and a simple orange glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
  • For the Glaze: 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. You can do this by hand or with a wooden spoon; no mixer is required.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and the orange zest.
  5. Pour in the orange juice and mix until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing only until the flour streaks disappear. Do not overmix.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts, if using.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent it with foil after 35 minutes.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. While the bread cools, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of orange juice until smooth. Add more juice, a half teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  12. Drizzle the orange glaze over the cooled loaf before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • This bread is freezer friendly; wrap the cooled, unglazed loaf tightly before freezing for up to three months.
  • For a bakery-style loaf, use fresh cranberries and ensure your orange zest is bright.
  • If you are looking for simple meal planning ideas for holiday breakfasts, this quick bread is a great make ahead option.

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