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Cranberry Orange Bread with Glaze Recipe

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3.8 from 14 reviews

This Cranberry Orange Bread is a moist, flavorful quick bread bursting with fresh cranberries and bright orange zest. Perfect as a festive breakfast or a sweet snack, it’s topped with a smooth orange glaze that adds a touch of citrusy sweetness. The bread is tender and slightly tangy from sour cream, with a delightful contrast between tart cranberries and sweet glaze.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Batter

  • ½ cup salted butter, melted
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 ½ cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 Tablespoon orange zest

Glaze

  • 1 Tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the bread.
  2. Prepare Loaf Pan: Butter and flour a 9×5 inch (23 x 13 cm) loaf pan to prevent sticking, then set it aside.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt until evenly combined, and set aside.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, granulated sugar, orange juice, sour cream, beaten eggs, and vanilla bean paste together until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  5. Add Dry to Wet: Pour the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined, making sure there are no lumps or pockets of flour.
  6. Fold in Fruits and Zest: Carefully fold in the fresh cranberries and orange zest until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter without overmixing.
  7. Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the prepared batter into the greased and floured loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake Bread: Place the loaf pan on the lower rack of the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes. Start checking at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when done.
  9. Cool Bread: Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan for about 6 hours or preferably overnight for the best texture.
  10. Remove from Pan: Run a sharp knife around the edges to loosen the bread and carefully turn the loaf out onto a cutting board or serving plate.
  11. Prepare Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, whole milk, vanilla bean paste, and powdered sugar until smooth and glossy.
  12. Glaze the Bread: Once the bread has fully cooled, pour the prepared glaze evenly over the top to coat.
  13. Set the Glaze: Transfer the glazed bread to the refrigerator and chill for 30 to 60 minutes, allowing the glaze to set firmly.
  14. Serve: After the glaze is set, slice the bread and serve to enjoy the perfect balance of tart cranberries and sweet citrus flavors.

Notes

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best texture and flavor; frozen cranberries can be used but may affect the crumb slightly.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
  • You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier flavor and added protein.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter after adding the dry ingredients to avoid a dense bread.
  • The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by adding a little more powdered sugar or milk as needed.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Quick Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/cranberry-orange-bread-with-glaze-recipe/