GLAZED CRANBERRY SWIRL LOAF

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This is one of my favorite recipes to serve during the holidays. Without the filling, it makes a nice soft, chewy bread for any regular day! -Chris Carattini, Chadron, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1 large egg, room temperature
FILLING:
1/2 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
GLAZE:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add the egg. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, combine filling ingredients. , Punch dough down. Divide in half. Roll each portion into a 12x9-in. rectangle. Spread filling over each rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal. Twist the 2 rolls together; pinch ends to seal. Place in a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Norah Mathonsi
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the loaf turned out great! My family loved it.


Sekito Johnson
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This loaf is perfect for a holiday party or breakfast. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


Jessica Hilbert
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The loaf was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cranberry swirl was a nice touch.


Shajia Kanwal
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I love the tartness of the cranberries in this loaf. It's a perfect balance to the sweetness of the glaze.


Hossan khan Khan
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This loaf is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. It's also a really moist and flavorful loaf.


Sayed murtaza Mahbobi
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The loaf was a little dry, but the cranberry swirl was a nice addition.


Raheem Bxo
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I'm not a fan of cranberries, but I actually really enjoyed this loaf. The orange glaze on top was the perfect finishing touch.


Kamran Raja
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I made this loaf for my friends and they all raved about it! They said it was the best cranberry loaf they had ever had.


Mwiru Mebo
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The loaf was a little too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good.


Manna Begum
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I love the combination of cranberries and orange in this loaf. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.


Donald Kamwandi
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This loaf is perfect for a holiday brunch or breakfast. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


Md Abdul Momin Islam
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The loaf was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cranberry swirl was a nice touch.


Tessa Reynolds
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I've made this loaf several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.


Montray Gibson
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I made this loaf for a holiday party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the cranberry swirl and the glaze on top.


Ghazanfar Yaseen
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The loaf was a little dry for my taste, but the cranberry swirl was delicious.


Darla Jerome
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the loaf turned out great! My husband loved it.


Ermiyas Yeshambel (Ermi1k)
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This glazed cranberry swirl loaf was a hit with my family! The loaf was moist and flavorful, and the cranberry swirl added a nice tartness. I will definitely be making this again.