Cranberry Walnut Bread

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 1/2 cup Orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Cranberries (frozen or fresh), chopped
• 1/2 cup Walnuts, chopped

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. 2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3.In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and eggs until light and fluffy.
4. 4.Add the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
5. 5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. 6.Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts.
7. 7.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. 8.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 9.Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
10. 10.Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
11. 11.Slice and enjoy this delicious Cranberry Walnut Bread!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf using frozen cranberries, make sure to thaw and drain them before chopping.
• chevron_rightFor added sweetness, you can drizzle a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and orange juice over the cooled bread.