Cranberry Orange Bread with Simple Glaze

This moist and flavorful cranberry orange bread is packed with tart cranberries and zesty orange flavor, topped with a sweet, simple glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat with your coffee or tea.

Ingredients

For the Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (roughly chopped)

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50-55 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings: 8 slices

1. Preheat and Prepare:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest, rubbing them together to release the zest’s oils.
   • Add orange juice, milk, oil or butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
4. Combine and Add Cranberries:
   • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
   • Fold in the cranberries gently.
5. Bake the Bread:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Prepare the Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar with orange juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed.
7. Glaze the Bread:
   • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread. Allow it to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Per Slice)

• Calories: 260
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• Fiber: 1g

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy on its own or with a smear of butter or cream cheese. This bread is also great as a holiday gift or dessert table centerpiece!