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Cranberry Nut Bread

November 10, 2019 10 Comments


Cranberry Nut Bread

Cranberries, beautiful little crimson red cranberries! They’re fresh in the market right now and I’m stocking up on them to use in some great recipes that have been featured in many cooking magazines this season.  I have an old perennial cherished family recipe that simply must be baked for the holidays:  my mother’s Cranberry Nut Bread.

So to share with you, here is one of my absolutely favorite Thanksgiving and Christmas family recipes.  I bake batches and batches of this Cranberry Nut Bread Bread that our family just devours.  They freeze beautifully and make wonderful gifts for friends, family, and neighbors. 

Cranberry Nut Bread

If you like a little bit more of a sweet flavor to tone the sharp taste of the cranberries, then just drizzle a simple icing on top.  When I was growing up, I’d just sprinkle sugar on top of a slice.  It really is a great combination!

Cranberry Nut Bread is especially  nice to give to folks who pop by with those surprise visits with a holiday gift in hand.  You know, when you’re standing there thinking, “Oh my gosh, I need to reciprocate with something nice in return!”  Well this little bread is the answer to your situation.  

These were baked in the smallest loaf baking pan you can find.  I’ve used little loaf pans these for years and they work perfectly!

Cranberry Nut Bread

Plus, it’s nice to know that something as delicious as fresh cranberries have such strong health benefits as well!  These little red gems are packed with powerful antioxidants and cooking does NOT destroy their benefits!

So dig in, enjoy, and feel good about it all at the same time!

 
Cranberry Nut Bread

          PERFECT for gifts or on a HOLIDAY buffet! Vivid COLOR too.

 

Cranberry Nut Bread

 

 

Cranberry Nut Bread

Cranberry Nut Bread

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into bits
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
  • 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped cranberries
  • 1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. In a food processor or in a bowl with a pastry blender blend together the flour, the sugar, the baking powder, the salt, the baking soda, and the butter until the mixture resembles meal and transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl whisk together the zest, the juice, and the egg, add the mixture to the flour mixture, and stir the batter until it is just combined.
  3. Stir in the cranberries and the walnuts and transfer the batter to a well-buttered 9- by 5-inch loaf pan.
  4. Bake the bread in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 1-1/4 hours, or until a tester comes out clean.
  5. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes and turn it out onto a rack.
© Roz

Below I’m showing the photos that I took on my little point and shoot camera!  Way back in 2010.  What a photography journey!

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Comments

  1. angiesrecipes says

    November 11, 2019 at 12:36 AM

    They look incredible, both flavour and colour…can’t wait to make a batch for the holiday. Thanks for sharing, Roz.

    Reply
    • Roz says

      November 12, 2019 at 11:56 PM

      Thanks Anige! I’d love to know what you think!
      Ciao,
      Roz

      Reply
  2. Leann says

    November 11, 2019 at 3:52 PM

    Hey Roz, just want to be sure, the vanilla is 1/2 Tsp? its written oddly so I would love clarification before I begin

    Reply
    • Roz says

      November 12, 2019 at 11:56 PM

      Thanks so much for your help Leann! I made the correction to the recipe card; it now states ” 1-½ tsp. vanilla “. I need another set of eyes I think! Or stronger glasses!
      Please let me know what you think of your resuts!
      Ciao,
      Roz

      Reply
  3. Pam says

    November 11, 2019 at 8:46 PM

    Looks delicious, Roz!

    Reply
    • Roz says

      November 12, 2019 at 1:09 PM

      Thanks so much Pam. My mother’s classic recipe she found in a local cookbook. We make them every year!
      Ciao,
      Roz

      Reply
  4. [email protected] says

    November 13, 2019 at 11:38 AM

    Hpw lovely this little cranberry bread. I have never seen it before. A fab idea for Christmas as well.Nice presentation as well.

    Reply
  5. Susan says

    November 14, 2019 at 3:13 PM

    I adore cranberry nut bread! This looks so wonderful I wish I had a slice in front of me with a cup of tea right now 🙂

    Reply
  6. Liz Berg says

    November 14, 2019 at 7:49 PM

    Oh, my gosh, I’d love to taste your mom’s cranberry bread. It looks amazing!!! Perfect for a special treat on Thanksgiving!!

    Reply
  7. Vanessa says

    January 26, 2021 at 7:49 AM

    The loaf looks delicious. I would love to make this but can’t find double acting baking powder. Can I get away with regular baking powder.
    Thanks

    Reply

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