Best 5 Festive Cranberry Banana Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Festive Cranberry Banana Bread, a delightful treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the moist, tender crumb of banana bread. This holiday-inspired quick bread is brimming with festive cheer, making it a perfect addition to your Christmas or Thanksgiving spread. With three delectable variations - Classic, Vegan, and Gluten-Free - this versatile recipe caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can savor this delightful treat. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we unveil the secrets behind this irresistible Festive Cranberry Banana Bread, a symphony of flavors that will warm your heart and fill your kitchen with the aroma of the season.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BANANA CRANBERRY BREAD



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I always have leftover cranberry sauce after Thanksgiving, so I created this recipe which is very moist and delicious.

Provided by LINDA VOLLRATH

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     Cranberry Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup shortening
3 eggs
3 mashed bananas
1 cup cranberry sauce
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and shortening until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, and mix in bananas, cranberry sauce, milk, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually blend flour mixture into the banana mixture. Fold in walnuts. Pour into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack, and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 116 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

CRANBERRY BANANA BREAD



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Studded with cranberries and nuts, these moist golden loaves make wonderful breakfast treats and gifts for grateful friends. I experimented for years, and this recipe is near perfection! -Eva Rider, Montgomery, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf (12 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 2 whole crackers)
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in bananas. Combine the flour, cracker crumbs, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Fold in walnuts and cranberries. Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan., 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 pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY BANANA BREAD



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Use up the leftover cranberries, freeze the loaf for later. I often make half of this into a loaf and half into small muffins.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup sugar
1/4-1/2 cup butter or 1/4-1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 cup mashed banana
1/4 cup milk
2 eggs
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh cranberries or 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees.
  • Grease an 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 inch loaf pan.
  • Mix sugar and butter in a medium mixing bowl until completely blended.
  • Add banana, milk and eggs, mixing well.
  • Add dry ingredients, mixing just until moist.
  • Stir in nuts and cranberries.
  • Spread batter evenly in the loaf pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre of the bread comes out clean.
  • Remove from pan, cool on rack.

FESTIVE CRANBERRY BANANA BREAD



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I had never really thought to put these two fruits together before, but the cranberries really jazz up ordinary banana bread. The tartness and the sweetness really complement each other. It also makes a great holiday gift.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, melted and cooled
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
6 medium blackened bananas, mashed
2 cups fresh whole cranberries
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 8x4-inch loaf pans.
  • In electric mixer bowl, combine butter, sugar and eggs. Beat until smooth. Add lemon juice and vanilla extract; mix to combine. Stir in bananas and cranberries.
  • In a separate bowl. combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add to the wet ingredients and stir until moist and combined. Pour batter into loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 60 minutes or until bread tests done. Let cool, then wrap in aluminum foil.

CHRISTMAS BANANA BREAD



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This bread is a pretty addition to the table during the holidays. Cherries, walnuts and chocolate chips give fast festive flair to the loaf of moist banana bread. -Phyllis Schmalz, Kansas City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Beat in bananas just until combined. Stir in the walnuts, chocolate chips and cherries., Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Dry Ingredients: Before you start mixing, measure out all of the dry ingredients like flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. This will help you save time and ensure that all of the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients mix together more easily.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a dense, tough texture. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Bread in the Center of the Oven: This will help ensure that the bread bakes evenly.
  • Let the Bread Cool Completely Before Slicing: This will help prevent the bread from crumbling.

Conclusion:

The festive cranberry banana bread is an easy and delicious treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, flavorful texture and festive cranberries, this bread is sure to be a hit. Whether you are looking for a breakfast treat, a snack, or a dessert, this festive cranberry banana bread is a great choice. So next time you are in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try and be amazed at the delightful flavors that await you.

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