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Moist Orange Cranberry Quick Bread

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A quick and easy moist orange cranberry quick bread perfect for breakfast, brunch, or holiday gatherings. It features a tender crumb with bright orange zest and tart cranberries for a comforting and flavorful treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • ½ cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (60ml) fresh orange juice
  • Zest of one large orange
  • 1 cup (120g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until evenly mixed.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the melted butter, sour cream, fresh orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the cranberries, being careful not to break them up.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Use fresh orange zest and juice for best flavor. Frozen cranberries can be added straight from the freezer. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.

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