This cranberry orange bread is a favorite in my house!
It’s especially popular around the holidays since fresh cranberries flood the produce section at the store! But did you know you can actually buy cranberries year-round ? I buy the frozen cranberries when the fresh aren’t as readily available.
If you know me, you know I love all things cranberries, and not just in fresh form.
I use dried cranberries in my salads and sometimes I use them to sweeten up a chicken dish ! My love for fresh cranberries shows off in this homemade cranberry sauce and these cranberry oat crumble bars … I cannot seem to get enough of them!
Health benefits of cranberries
Nutritionally, cranberries contain a heaping amount of Vitamin C and fiber . Plus, cranberries are naturally low in sugar!
Additionally, cranberries offer whole body health benefits. Scientists are actually exploring how the bioactive compounds found in cranberries may positively affect glycemic response, prevent recurrent UTIs, support gut health, improve heart health and reduce inflammation.
Cranberry orange bread ingredients
You can scroll down to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and measurements. Here’s what you’ll need to make this quick breakfast bread recipe:
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking soda and baking powder
- Salt
- Vegetable oil
- Eggs
- Orange juice and zest
- Sour cream
- Vanilla extract
- Fresh/Frozen Cranberries
And for the simple vanilla orange glaze, you’ll need:
- Powdered sugar
- Orange juice
- Vanilla extract
Tips for making cranberry orange bread
- You can make this cranberry orange bread using fresh or dried cranberries . If using fresh cranberries, you’ll need to add 2 cups to the breakfast bread batter. If using dried, add just 1 cup.
- You’ll know the cranberry orange bread is finished baking when a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean and the top looks set.
- Coat the fresh cranberries in a bit of flour before folding them in. This can help prevent them from rising to the top of the bread!
- You’ll need to let this quick breakfast bread cool before adding the vanilla glaze , otherwise it’ll be tough to slice and the glaze will slide right off the top.
More cranberry recipes:
Easy Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs
Easy Homemade Cranberry Applesauce
Holiday White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
Fresh Cranberry Chia Seed Compote
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Cranberry Orange Bread
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 1/4 cups fresh cranberries (or 1 cup dried)
- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 Tbsp. orange zest
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter, slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature , beaten
- 2 Tbsp. orange juice, room temperature
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 Tbsp. orange juice
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk together the flour, cornstatch, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine. Toss in the cranberries, then set aside. 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp. baking powder, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1 1/4 cups fresh cranberries, 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
- In a separate bowl rub the orange zest into the granulated sugar. Whisk in the oil and sour cream. Then add in the the eggs, orange juice, sour cream, and vanilla. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients, and gently mix just until moistened. (Do not over mix. t will be thick!) 2 Tbsp. orange zest, 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter, slightly cooled, 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature, 2 large eggs, room temperature, 2 Tbsp. orange juice, room temperature, 1 tsp. vanilla extract, 1 cup granulated white sugar
- Spray 8x4-inch light colored aluminum loaf pan with non-stick baking spray or grease with butter/dust with flour. Pour the batter into prepared pan and bake for ~50-55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. If the tops are browning too fast, cover the top of the bread with foil.
- Once bread is cooled, whisk together ingredients for the frosting. You may need to alter some of the liquid or add more powdered sugar to get the consistency you like. Glaze and enjoy! 1 cup powdered sugar, 1-2 Tbsp. orange juice, 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Notes
- Cover your bread loosely with foil if it’s beginning to brown on top before it’s done.
- Can use fresh/frozen or dried cranberries. If using frozen, don’t let frozen cranberries thaw. If using dried, use 1 cup.
