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April 29, 2025

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Tart cranberries, zesty citrus, crunchy walnuts, and a touch of spice make this bread a keeper, and one you'll be making well beyond the holiday season! The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

Cranberry Orange Bread
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Cranberry Orange Bread

Ingredients

Servings
Milk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
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In large mixing bowl, use a mixer to cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until smooth and combined, 1-2 minutes. Add the eggs and beat for a minute longer, until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Add the sour cream, orange juice, and orange zest. Continue to beat on medium-high speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed, until fully incorporated.
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Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt to the bowl. Beat the mixture on medium-low speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, until just combined. Do not over-mix.
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Fold in the cranberries and walnuts, then pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
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Bake the bread on middle rack of oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 55-65 minutes.
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Check to see that bread is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then release the bread from the pan onto a cooling rack. Allow to cool for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Cranberry Moisture Magic 💦
    Pat fresh cranberries completely dry before folding into the batter to prevent excess moisture and ensure even distribution throughout the bread.
  • Zest Like a Pro 🍊
    When zesting the orange, only remove the bright orange outer layer and avoid the bitter white pith underneath for the most vibrant citrus flavor.
  • Nut Toasting Technique 🥜
    Lightly toast walnuts in a dry skillet before adding to the batter to enhance their nutty flavor and prevent them from becoming soggy during baking.
  • Batter Mixing Mastery 🥄
    Mix wet and dry ingredients just until combined to prevent gluten development, which can make the bread tough and dense.
  • Moisture-Locking Technique 💡
    Sour cream is the secret to keeping this bread incredibly moist - make sure to use full-fat sour cream for the best texture and richness.

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