Best 7 Cranberry Walnut Loaf Recipes

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When the fall season arrives, it's time to indulge in the delicious flavors of cranberry walnut loaf. This classic autumn treat is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a moist and fluffy texture that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, finding the best cranberry walnut loaf recipe can be an exciting culinary adventure. So let's embark on a journey to discover the perfect combination of ingredients and techniques that will result in an irresistible and memorable cranberry walnut loaf that will become a beloved tradition in your household.

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

CRANBERRY WALNUT BREAD



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Cranberry Walnut Bread is a soft and chewy, slightly sweet, yeast bread with dried cranberries and walnuts. Easy step-by-step instructions to knead by hand or stand mixer makes this recipe great for bread beginners!

Provided by Traci The Kitchen Girl

Categories     Bread     Sandwich

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups Warm Water (315 g) (see instructions for temperature)
1 (1/4 ounce packet) Quick Rise Instant Yeast (or 2 1/4 tsp Active Dry Yeast)
1/4 cup Sugar
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (reserve 2 tsp for proofing)
3 1/3 cups Unbleached All Purpose Flour (530 g) (not packed down)
1 cup Dried Cranberries (Craisins) (coarsely chopped)
1/2 cup Walnuts (coarsely chopped)

Steps:

  • Combine *WARM WATER and YEAST in mixing bowl or stand mixer bowl.* Active Dry Yeast needs 100°F - 110°F water temperature. Combine and allow 5 minute rest until yeast activates.* Quick Rise Instant Yeast needs 120°F - 130°F water temperature. Combine and proceed to step 2.
  • Add SUGAR, SALT, OLIVE OIL, FLOUR, CRANBERRIES, and WALNUTS to the mixing bowl (reserve 1/3 cup flour to assist mixing).Stir ingredients together with a utensil (or stand mixer on low speed) until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Mix and knead dough with your hands (or stand mixer on low speed) about 5 minutes until it becomes stretchy and pliable. During mixing, sprinkle tiny amounts of the reserved flour into the bowl to prevent sticking.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and shape into a tight, round form, tucking the sides under to form a seam on the bottom.
  • Perform 1st proof/rise by placing dough in an oil-coated mixing bowl (or Instant Pot), seam side down. Cover with a towel or draped plastic wrap and allow to double in size (about 45 min).
  • Deflate the dough (aka punch it down) to remove air bubbles. You can move on to the next step, or...Perform 2nd proof/rise by shaping the dough into a tight round and repeat step 5. (The 2nd proof/rise is optional, but recommended to further develop texture and flavor)
  • Preheat oven to 375°F and let's shape these loaves...Transfer the dough onto lightly floured surface. Press to deflate air pockets and divide dough into 2 or 3 equal sections.Press each piece into a loose rectangle shape.Fold and press dough into itself until it becomes tight while forming it into the final shape (baguette, loaf, or round).Transfer to a prepared baking sheet or loaf pan. Brush surface with olive oil and cover to prevent air exposure.
  • Perform final proof/rise by resting forms in a warm spot until nearly doubled in size.Score the dough by making 1/4" slits across each loaf with a razor or knife.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes, rotating as needed for even browning.The bread will be golden brown. It should register an internal temperature of 190°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  • Transfer loaves onto a cooling rack and rest 5 minutes.Remove loaves from pans and rest on the cooling rack until completely cooled (to retain moisture).Store cooled bread in a plastic bag or airtight container up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 2 oz. slice, Calories 138 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 118 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g

CRANBERRY NUT BREAD I



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A moist quick bread with a faint hint of orange flavor, and the tang of bits of cranberries.

Provided by Karin Christian

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     Cranberry Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¾ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the cranberries and walnuts, and stir to coat with flour. Mix together the egg, oil, orange juice, and orange zest. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture, and stir until just blended. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack, and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 265.4 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

CRANBERRY WALNUT BREAD



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A moist and chewy bread with the great taste of cranberries and walnuts. Watch the consistency; I usually need to add more flour so that it doesn't 'climb the walls'. Enjoy!

Provided by Kathi

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup rolled oats
¼ cup water
1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
1 egg
3 tablespoons honey
1 ½ tablespoons margarine, softened
3 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
¾ cup dried cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place all of the ingredients (except the cranberries and the walnuts) in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer. Select Light Crust and Sweet Cycle and press Start.
  • If your machine has a Fruit setting, add the cranberries and walnuts at the signal, or around 5 minutes before the kneading cycle has finished.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 13.1 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 214.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

CRANBERRY-WALNUT BREAD



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This Thanksgiving-inspired quick bread recipe comes from Jane Kraemer of Manchester, Connecticut. The mixture of tart cranberry and salty nuts will have everyone reaching for a second slice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pan
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter and flour an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan; set aside. In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • With an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar on medium speed until combined. Add egg, and beat well. Gradually add flour mixture, mixing until combined (dough will appear very dry). Reduce speed to low; beat in orange zest and juice. Fold in cranberries and walnuts.
  • Spread batter in prepared pan, smoothing top. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour (tent with foil if top is browning too quickly). Cool in pan 10 minutes; run a knife around edges of loaf, and invert onto a wire rack. Turn top side up; cool completely before slicing.

CRANBERRY WALNUT BREAD



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This family favorite comes from a collection of Amish recipes. I gave the recipe to several friends, and everyone loves it. Loaded with cranberries, nuts and cinnamon flavor, it's perfect for fall and winter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds, 16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups bread flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place the first seven ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)., Just before the final kneading (your machine may audibly signal this), add walnuts and cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY NUT LOAF



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Make and share this Cranberry Nut Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon orange rind, grated
3/4 cup orange juice
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in a large bowl.
  • Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
  • Add egg,orange peel and orange juice all at once; stir just until mixture is evenly moist.
  • Fold in cranberries and walnuts.
  • Spoon into a 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2701.7, Fat 92.2, SaturatedFat 34.7, Cholesterol 333.5, Sodium 3907.2, Carbohydrate 438.1, Fiber 17.8, Sugar 223.8, Protein 43.4

BANANA CRANBERRY WALNUT LOAF



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Just a DELISH BANANA BREAD LOAF, look NO further! This is flavorful and very moist loaf. From FAMILY FUN MAG., recipe adapted with Berries and Nuts!

Provided by iLuv2cook 2

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sweet butter (softened)
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, rt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup ripened banana (approx.2/3 Bananas depending on size)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 325°F.
  • Grease 10x5 Loaf Pan. (smaller may cause spillage in oven by batter overflowing).
  • Sift Flour Baking Powder, Baking Soda, and Salt in Bowl (set aside).
  • Mash Bananas, add sour cream then stir to blend (set aside).
  • Cream butter with mixer (I use my Kitchenaid Mixer), add Sugar, then add eggs one at a time, beating well, stir in Vanilla Extract.
  • Add Banana/sour cream mixture~ continue to beat 3 minutes.
  • Add Flour Mixture into mixture, continue to beat 3 minutes, then stir in cranberries and walnuts.
  • Pour mixture into Loaf Pan and Bake at 325 F (yes this low OT is correct) between 60-75 minutes ~ test with toothpick in center.
  • Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan. Slice ~ Serve ~ Enjoy! Can wrap tightly and store in refrigerator for immediate use or freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 59.8, Sodium 198.1, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 18.6, Protein 4.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are more flavorful and have a better texture than frozen cranberries. If you must use frozen cranberries, thaw them completely before using.
  • Chop the walnuts finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the loaf.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the loaf tough.
  • Bake the loaf until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the loaf is cooked through.
  • Let the loaf cool completely before slicing. This will help the loaf hold its shape.

Conclusion:

This cranberry walnut loaf is a delicious and festive quick bread that is perfect for the holidays. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The loaf is moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tart cranberry filling that is complemented by the crunchy walnuts. This loaf is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party or gathering.

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