Breakfast

Cranberry Orange Bread

Name: Cranberry Orange Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1.5 teaspoons baking powder; 0.5 teaspoon baking soda; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.75 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 0.5 cup sour cream; 0.33 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons orange zest; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1.25 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen, thawed)

A tender, moist quick bread studded with tart cranberries and brightened by fresh orange zest and juice. The crumb is delicate and slightly dense, with a thin sugared crust that cracks appealingly as it bakes.

210cal per serving 4gprotein 37gcarbs 5gfat 15min prep 55min cook 10serves

✓ Macros from a nutrition database · per serving · developed by The Delicious Kitchen with AI assistance, not independently kitchen-tested · how we calculate this

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Cranberry Orange Bread — common questions

Can I make this ahead or freeze it?

Yes, wrap the completely cooled loaf tightly in plastic wrap and foil; it keeps at room temperature for 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Can I use dried cranberries instead of fresh?

Fresh or frozen cranberries are best for texture and tartness; dried are too chewy and sweet. Stick with fresh or frozen, thawed.

What mistake ruins this bread most often?

Overmixing the batter once you add the dry ingredients—it develops gluten and makes the crumb tough and dense. Fold gently by hand until just combined, leaving small flour streaks.

Can I bake this in a different pan?

Yes, a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan works fine—add 5–10 minutes to bake time. A muffin tin will bake them in 20–25 minutes instead.

What should I serve this with?

Toast slices and spread with butter or cream cheese, or serve plain with coffee or tea for a simple breakfast or snack.

How do I store leftovers?

Keep the cooled loaf wrapped at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat slices in a toaster or 300°F oven for 5 minutes.