Best 2 Cranberry Fruit Bread Recipes

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Cranberry fruit bread is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. This classic quick bread is moist, flavorful, and filled with tart cranberries. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. Whether you're looking for a traditional recipe or something with a modern twist, there's a cranberry fruit bread recipe out there for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY FRUIT BREAD



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My family looks forward to this flavorful combination of cranberry bread and fruitcake for the holidays. Baked in smaller pans, the pretty loaves make a nice gifts. The bread also freezes well. I got this recipe from a woman at church before my husband retired as minister. -Ellen Puotinen, Tower, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
2 cups pecan halves
1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the cranberries, pecans, fruit, dates, raisins and zest. Add 1/4 cup flour and toss to coat; set aside. Combine the sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and remaining flour; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add the orange juice, water and oil. Stir in flour mixture just until combined. Fold in cranberry mixture. Spoon into three greased and waxed paper-lined 8x4-in. loaf pans. , Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Discard waxed paper and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY FRUIT NUT BREAD



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Categories     Fruit

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup ocean spray fresh or frozen cranberries coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1 tablespoon grated orange peel, or 1 teaspoon orange extract
2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons shortening
3/4 cup orange juice
1 egg well beaten
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Generously grease and lightly flour 9x5x3 inch loaf pan. Prepare cranberries, nuts, and orange peel. Set aside. In a bowl mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and soda. Cut in shortening. Stir in orange juice, egg and orange peel mixing to moisten. Fold in cranberries and nuts. Spoon into prepared pan. Bake 60 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on a rack 15 minutes. Remove from pan. Cool completely. Wrap and store overnight.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries. Fresh cranberries are available in the fall and winter months. If you are using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
  • Chop the cranberries before adding them to the batter. This will help to distribute the cranberries evenly throughout the bread.
  • Grease and flour the loaf pan before adding the batter. This will help to prevent the bread from sticking to the pan.
  • Bake the bread at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 55-65 minutes. Check the bread after 55 minutes to see if it is done. Insert a toothpick into the center of the bread. If the toothpick comes out clean, the bread is done.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Cranberry fruit bread is a delicious and festive bread that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its tart and tangy flavor, cranberry fruit bread is a surefire hit at any gathering. This versatile bread can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It can be enjoyed on its own, or it can be paired with butter, cream cheese, or jam. Cranberry fruit bread can also be used to make French toast or bread pudding. No matter how you choose to serve it, cranberry fruit bread is a delicious and festive treat that is sure to please everyone.

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