Citrus Infused Cranberry Loaf
Savor the delightful flavors of this citrus-infused cranberry loaf. With a balance of tangy cranberries and zesty orange, this moist and flavorful treat is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients for the citrus-infused loaf | |
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| 1 | orange, for rind and juice |
| 2 | cups all-purpose flour |
| 1 | cup granulated sugar |
| 1 1⁄2 | teaspoons baking powder |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon baking soda |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | cup chopped cranberries (fresh or frozen) |
| 1 | egg, beaten |
| 1⁄4 | cup butter, melted |
Instructions
For the perfect cranberry loaf | |
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| 1. | Grate the rind from the orange, squeeze the juice into a liquid measure, and add enough water to make 3/4 cup. Set aside. |
| 2. | In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange rind. Stir in the cranberries. |
| 3. | In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg, melted butter, and orange juice. Stir this mixture into the flour mixture just until blended. |
| 4. | Spread the batter in a greased 9x5 loaf pan. |
| 5. | Bake in the center of a preheated 350°F oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. |
| 6. | Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a rack to cool completely. |
| 7. | (Make-ahead tip: Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or over-wrap with heavy-duty foil and freeze for up to 2 weeks.) |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 142.1 kcal |
| Protein | 2.1 g |
| Fat | 3.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 26.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g |
| Sugar | 13.6 g |
Published on Aug 12, 2024 by Luminița