Cheery Cranberry Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe

Name: Cheery Cranberry Chocolate Chip Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Hershey's semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1 cup fresh cranberries or 1 cup frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup pecan pieces; 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange rind; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons shortening; 3/4 cup orange juice; 1 egg, slightly beaten; Cocoa Drizzle Glaze; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine; 1 tablespoon cocoa or 1 tablespoon Hershey's dutch-processed cocoa; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 cup Hershey's semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup fresh cranberries or 1 cup frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup pecan pieces
2 teaspoons freshly grated orange rind
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
3/4 cup orange juice
1 egg, slightly beaten
Cocoa Drizzle Glaze
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon cocoa or 1 tablespoon Hershey's dutch-processed cocoa
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Grease and flour three 5 3/4x3 1/4x2-inch miniature loaf pans.
3
Stir together chocolate chips, cranberries, pecans and orange peel in small bowl; set aside.
4
Stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl; with pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5
Stir in orange juice, egg and reserved chocolate chip mixture just until moistened; divide evenly among prepared pans.
6
Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
7
Cool 15 minutes; remove from pans to wire rack.
8
Cool completely.
9
Drizzle Cocoa Drizzle Glaze over top.
10
-----------ChocolateDrizzle Glaze--------------.
11
Microwave butter in small microwave-safe bowl at HIGH (100) 20 to 30 seconds until melted.
12
Stir in cocoa and water.
13
Microwave at HIGH 15 to 30 seconds or just until mixture is hot, slightly thickened and smooth when stirred.
14
Do not boil.
15
Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating with whisk until smooth.
16
If necessary, add water, a few drops at a time, until of desired consistency.

1005

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Hershey's semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup fresh cranberries or 1 cup frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup pecan pieces, 2 teaspoons freshly grated orange rind, and more.

Yes, Cheery Cranberry Chocolate Chip Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheery Cranberry Chocolate Chip Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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