Description
A cozy loaf perfect for brunch, combining zingy citrus and tart cranberries for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- ½ cup sugar for topping
- 1 cup fresh cranberries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chopped cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- For the topping, toss the cranberries with sugar and sprinkle over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Keep an eye on the loaf at minute 45. If the top browns too fast, tent it with foil for the last 10 minutes. Slicing while piping hot can result in crumbly pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cranberry, orange, loaf, brunch, baking