Cranberry Bread With Orange Zest Recipe

Name: Cranberry Bread With Orange Zest
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 egg; ¾ cup sugar; 1 cup sour cream; 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons grated orange rind (zest); ½ cup chopped nuts (I use pecans, walnuts are good, too); 1 cup coarsely chopped cranberries

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Butter a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan; set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl beat egg by hand; add sugar and blend well.
4
Stir in sour cream.
5
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into sour cream mixture, by hand, until well blended.
6
Stir in nuts, orange zest, and chopped cranberries.
7
The batter will be very thick.
8
Spoon into prepared loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.
9
Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, invert onto wire rack to cool, and slice.

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* 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

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 egg, ¾ cup sugar, 1 cup sour cream, 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Bread With Orange Zest 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.

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Cranberry Bread With Orange Zest

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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