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.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

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.