Best 2 Cranberry Orange Almond Bread Recipes

In the world of sweet and tangy delights, cranberry orange almond bread stands as a culinary masterpiece. Combining the tartness of cranberries, the citrusy zest of oranges, and the nutty crunch of almonds, this delectable treat tantalizes taste buds and sparks joy in every bite. Whether you seek a delightful breakfast companion, an afternoon snack, or a dessert to impress your guests, cranberry orange almond bread emerges as the perfect choice. Its vibrant hues, aromatic fragrance, and explosion of flavors promise an unforgettable culinary experience. Let's embark on a delightful journey as we delve into the secrets of crafting this exceptional bread, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY ORANGE ALMOND QUICK BREAD

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You can customize this bread to your family's specific tastes. Try dried apricots and pecans, or dried blueberries and hazelnuts. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (12 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup fat-free milk
1/3 cup canola oil
3/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
3/4 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk together first 4 ingredients; stir in cranberries and almonds. In another bowl, whisk together egg, milk, oil, zest and extract. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened., Transfer to a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 40-50 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRANBERRY ORANGE BLUEBERRY ALMOND BREAD

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This recipe is adapted from http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/orange-cranberry-bread/ I only had enough fresh cranberries to make two loaves and I wanted to make four so I used dried cranberries, one bag had dried blueberries in it and I also added sliced almonds. Their bread is very pretty and has a pop of tarty cranberries, my...

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories Other Desserts

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

BREAD
3 c all purpose flour
1 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
2 c granulated sugar
zest of two large oranges
1 1/2 c buttermilk
1 c canola or vegetable oil
4 eggs slightly beaten
2 Tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tsp vanilla
12 oz bag of dried cranberries and blueberries
1 c fresh cranberries
1 c sliced almonds
GLAZE
2 c powdered sugar
3 Tbsp fresh orange juice
2 tsp orange zest
sliced almonds for garnish

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350º. Spray TWO 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 loaf pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. In a small bowl, combine sugar and orange zest. Rub together with your fingers until fragrant. Whisk into the flour mixture. Set aside.
3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil, eggs, orange juice, and vanilla.
4. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Fold in the cranberries and blueberries. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
5. Bake for 70-75 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean. If your loaf starts to get too brown drape a piece of foil over the top to finish baking. I did this during the last 10 minutes of the baking time.
6. Remove bread from oven and place on a cooling rack and cool for 15 minutes. Loosen the sides of the bread with a knife. Carefully remove loaf from pan. Let cool completely on wire rack.
7. The bread on the left is the one by TwoPeasinaPod, the one on the right is my adapted version.
8. Once the breads cooled I sliced them and places them in large french fries paper containers with wax paper liner and then glazed them. Then I placed in plastic bags with ties and gave them as Christmas gifts.

Tips:

Use fresh, juicy oranges for the best flavor. If your oranges are not very juicy, you may need to add a little more orange juice or zest to the batter.
Be sure to toast the almonds before adding them to the batter. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
If you don't have any almond extract, you can use vanilla extract instead. However, almond extract will give the bread a more pronounced almond flavor.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the bread tough.
Bake the bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Over baking will make the bread dry.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help the bread to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

This cranberry orange almond bread is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The almonds add a nice crunch and the orange zest gives the bread a bright, citrusy flavor. This bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.