Cranberry Bread with Fresh Cranberries

Cranberry Bread with Fresh Cranberries

12 servings
Here is an easy recipe for cranberry bread with fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries help to create a dessert that is bursting with juicy cranberry flavor. In contrast, while you can make a nice cranberry bread with dried cranberries, the dried cranberries lack the natural juices & mouth "feel" of delicious fresh cranberries. Visit Bread Dad (BreadDad.com) for more easy sweet "quick bread" recipes.

Ingredients

  • Milk
    1 c
  • Eggs

    large

    2
  • Unsalted Butter

    softened

    8 tbsp
  • Vanilla Extract
    1 tsp
  • Light Brown Sugar
    1 ¼ c
  • All Purpose Flour
    2 c
  • Baking Soda
    1 tsp
  • Baking Powder
    1 tsp
  • Salt
    ½ tsp
  • Fresh Cranberries
    1 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (163 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Grease bread pan, line the bread pan with baking parchment paper or use a nonstick bread pan in order to prevent the cranberries from sticking to the bread pan during the baking process.

  3. 3

    Wash the cranberries. Shake off any excess moisture. Set aside until batter is mixed.

  4. 4

    Soften butter in a microwave. FYI - I like to semi-melt the butter for better "mixability".

  5. 5

    Lightly beat the eggs.

  6. 6

    Add the milk (or cranberry juice or orange juice), butter, eggs, vanilla extract & sugar into a large mixing bowl. Stir these ingredients together until fully mixed.

  7. 7

    Then add the remaining ingredients (except the cranberries). Stir with a large spoon or whisk until the batter is fully mixed. Do not overmix.

  8. 8

    Add the cranberries after the batter has been completely mixed. Stir them into the batter with a wooden spoon. Make sure the fresh cranberries are evenly spread throughout the batter.

  9. 9

    Pour finished batter into the bread pan. Smooth out the top of the batter within the bread pan.

  10. 10

    Optional - For a sugary top to the cranberry bread, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of turbinado sugar on top of the batter before you place the bread pan in the oven.

  11. 11

    Bake in the oven at 325 F (163 degrees C) for 65 to 70 minutes.

  12. 12

    Take out of oven and let the cranberry bread cool down in the bread pan for 10 minutes. Do not remove the cranberry bread from the bread pan during this 10 minute cool down period (as this completes the baking process). Use oven mitts as the bread pan will be very hot coming out of the oven.

  13. 13

    After 10 minutes, remove the cranberry bread from the bread pan. Use oven mitts. Place the cranberry bread on a cooling rack in order to completely cool. This cool down may take 1 to 2 hours. Gently slide a silicon spatula between the cranberry bread and the bread pan walls if the cranberry bread is stuck in the pan.

  14. 14

    Please read the recipe's tips section on Bread Dad (BreadDad.com) for extra information on how to make this recipe successfully & to avoid common cranberry bread problems.

Cranberry Bread with Fresh Cranberries

Cranberry Bread with Fresh Cranberries

4.9(33)70 min12 servings257 cal

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Our Easy Cranberry Bread with Fresh Cranberries

There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of homemade cranberry bread baking in your kitchen, and this easy cranberry bread recipe delivers pure joy. Forget dry, bland loaves; our cranberry bread with fresh cranberries is a game-changer, bursting with vibrant, juicy flavor that elevates every slice.

What makes this fresh cranberry bread truly special is the star ingredient: whole, plump fresh cranberries. Unlike their dried counterparts, fresh cranberries bring an incredible tang and a delightful pop of juice with every bite. This creates a superior mouthfeel and a truly sensational flavor profile that dried cranberries simply can't match, making it the ultimate fresh cranberry bread experience.

This isn't just a dessert; it's a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients coming together to create something extraordinary. With just 10 minutes of prep, you'll be on your way to a perfectly baked loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, a coffee break, or a delightful dessert.

Tips for the Perfect Loaf

  • Don't Overmix: To ensure a tender crumb, mix the wet and dry ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can lead to a tough loaf.
  • Evenly Distribute Cranberries: Gently fold in the fresh cranberries to ensure they're dispersed throughout the batter, giving you a burst of flavor in every bite.

Serving Suggestions & Variations

This easy cranberry bread is delicious on its own, but you can elevate it further. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a simple dusting of powdered sugar. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of orange zest to the batter – cranberry and orange are a match made in heaven! You can also fold in a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch and nutty goodness, making your homemade cranberry bread even more irresistible.

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