GLAZED CRANBERRY SWIRL LOAF

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This is one of my favorite recipes to serve during the holidays. Without the filling, it makes a nice soft, chewy bread for any regular day! -Chris Carattini, Chadron, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1 large egg, room temperature
FILLING:
1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
GLAZE:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add the egg. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine filling ingredients. , Punch dough down. Divide in half. Roll each portion into a 12x9-in. rectangle. Spread filling over each rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal. Twist the 2 rolls together; pinch ends to seal. Place in a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Amir Sultan
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This loaf is delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Saleh Alkhulaifi
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I've made this loaf several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


Qaimdin Dars
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This is a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


erika mendoza
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This loaf is so moist and flavorful. I couldn't stop eating it!


Md Roubel
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I love the tartness of the cranberries in this loaf. It's a perfect balance to the sweet orange zest.


Afshan Azher
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This loaf is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. It's also a delicious and festive treat.


stxrry lvtt
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the loaf turned out great.


senior Patrice
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This loaf is perfect for a holiday party. It's festive and delicious.


Jeanette Vazquez
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I made this loaf for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!


chrissy
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This loaf is delicious! The cranberries and orange zest give it a wonderful flavor.


Mian Khuram
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I've made this loaf several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


Md Arman
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This loaf is so moist and flavorful. I couldn't stop eating it!


Khokhar Saab
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I love the combination of cranberries and orange zest in this loaf. It's a perfect balance of tart and sweet.


Mula Mulenga
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This loaf is perfect for a holiday brunch or potluck. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Leeann Laflair
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I made this loaf for breakfast and it was a delicious way to start the day. The loaf is moist and flavorful, and the cranberry swirl adds a nice pop of sweetness.


Nabin Bhandari
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This loaf is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I had a bag of cranberries in my freezer and I wasn't sure what to do with them. This recipe was the perfect solution.


Qasim Nawaz
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but this loaf was surprisingly good. The orange zest really helped to balance out the tartness of the cranberries.


Alvi Milk
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This loaf is so delicious and festive! I made it for a holiday party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the cranberry swirl.


Md Jakir
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The recipe was easy to follow and the loaf turned out perfect. I loved the combination of cranberries and orange zest.


PRINCEraja Yadav
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This glazed cranberry swirl loaf was a hit with my family! The loaf was moist and flavorful, and the cranberry swirl added a tart and tangy sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.