Best 3 Cranberry Orange Bread Bread Machine Recipes

Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Cranberry Orange Bread, a classic treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the vibrant citrus flavor of oranges. This delectable bread is not only a flavor sensation but also a visual masterpiece, adorned with a glistening orange glaze that adds a touch of elegance to its rustic charm. With its moist, tender crumb and bursts of juicy cranberries, this bread is a perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee, afternoon tea, or as a delightful dessert. Whether you prefer a classic loaf baked in a traditional oven or a hassle-free version made in a bread machine, this recipe collection offers options to suit every baker's preference.

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

CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD (BREAD MACHINE)

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Do not substitute cranberry juice cocktail, cranberry drink, or cranberry juice drink. Use only 100% unsweetened cranberry juice

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Yeast Breads

Time 3h14m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3/4 cup water
1/4 cup unsweetened cranberry juice (100% juice)
1/4 cup skim milk powder
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter (room temperature)
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour or 2 3/4 cups bread flour
1 3/4 teaspoons bread machine yeast or 1 3/4 teaspoons fast rising yeast
2/3 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

Measure all ingredients except cranberries into baking pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
Insert pan into the oven chamber.
Select Sweet Cycle; press start.
Add cranberries at the "add ingredient" signal.
When the baking cycle ends, immediately remove the bread from the pan and place it on a rack.
Let cool to room temperature before slicing.

CRANBERRY ORANGE BREAD

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This cranberry orange bread is great for breakfast or a snack. You can also make muffins; just spoon the batter into greased muffin cups and bake at 375 degrees F (190 C) for 15 to 20 minutes.

Provided by LaurasFaves

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Fruit Bread Recipes Cranberry Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups flour
¾ cup sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup butter, cut into small chunks
¾ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 egg, beaten
1 cup chopped cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Stir butter into flour mixture until combined. Add orange juice, orange zest, and egg; mix well. Fold in cranberries and walnuts. Spoon batter into the prepared pan.
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 60 to 75 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.9 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 439 mg, Sugar 21.6 g

ORANGE CRANBERRY BREAD

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These moist loaves are packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted with butter or cream cheese. -Ron Gardner, Grand Haven, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 to 3 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1 large apple, peeled and chopped

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Whisk the egg, milk, orange juice, oil and orange zest; stir into dry ingredients just until blended. Fold in the cranberries and apple., Pour into 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Freeze option: Securely wrap cooled loaves in foil and freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

Using fresh cranberries and oranges yields a more flavorful bread.
Coating the cranberries in flour before adding them to the bread batter prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf.
If you don't have a bread machine, you can mix and knead the dough by hand. Just follow the instructions in the recipe and be sure to knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
The bread is done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This cranberry orange bread is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The cranberries and orange zest add a festive touch, making this bread a great choice for holiday baking. Whether you make it in a bread machine or by hand, this cranberry orange bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.