Cranberry, Orange and Almond Fruit Loaf Recipe

Name: Cranberry, Orange and Almond Fruit Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 g butter; 150 g cranberries; 50 g marzipan; 150 g self-raising flour; 150 g sugar; 3 eggs; 75 g ground almonds; 1 orange; ½ teaspoon almond extract; 150 g cranberries; 75 g sugar; 1 vanilla pod; 1 orange; 2 tablespoons icing sugar

Servings: persons

150 g butter
150 g cranberries
50 g marzipan
150 g self-raising flour
150 g sugar
3 eggs
75 g ground almonds
1 orange
½ teaspoon almond extract
150 g cranberries
75 g sugar
1 vanilla pod
1 orange
2 tablespoons icing sugar

1
Preheat the oven to gas 4, 180C, fan 160C Grease a 900g (2lb) loaf tin and line with nonstick baking paper.
2
Combine the cranberries and marzipan with 1tbsp of the flour and set aside.
3
Put the butter and sugar in a large bowl and beat with an electric whisk until pale and fluffy.
4
Gradually add the egg, beating well between each addition.
5
Fold in the ground almonds, remaining flour, orange zest, almond extract, and the cranberry and marzipan mix.
6
Transfer the mixture to the tin and smooth the top.
7
Bake for 50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the midle comes out clean, then remove and rest in the tim for 10 minutes, before tipping out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8
For the topping, put the cranberries, sugar, vanilla and orange juice in a saucepan, and cook on a medium heat for 6-8 minutes, stirring until jammy.
9
Set aside to cook and thicken.
10
Meanwhile mix the icing sugar with enough orange juice to make a smooth, runny icing.
11
Drizzle over the cake and top with the cranberry mixture.

967

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 g butter, 150 g cranberries, 50 g marzipan, 150 g self-raising flour, and more.

Yes, Cranberry, Orange and Almond Fruit Loaf falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry, Orange and Almond Fruit Loaf

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Variations & substitutions

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