Cranberry Orange Bread with Almond Glaze

Jimmy

Cuisine: American
Categories: Desserts, Breakfast & Baking

Indulge in the delightful combination of tangy cranberries and zesty orange flavors in this moist and aromatic bread. Topped with a sweet almond glaze, this bread is perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of tea.

Cranberry Orange Bread with Almond Glaze

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 8

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together orange juice, vegetable oil, egg, and orange zest.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped cranberries.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.