Cranberry Orange Delight Bread
This Cranberry Orange Delight Bread is a delightful twist on a classic quick bread that's perfect for your diabetic-friendly diet. Bursting with the flavors of tart cranberries and zesty orange, each mini loaf is not only delicious but also low in sugar, making it a guilt-free treat for everyone. With a delightful crunch from walnuts and a moist crumb, this recipe yields four mini loaves that are perfect for sharing or for enjoying throughout the week. Plus, these loaves are freezer-friendly, allowing you to have a healthy snack on hand anytime you desire!
24
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
sugar substitute
1/2 cup (or 1/2 cup Splenda granular)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (none)
egg
1 (beaten)
orange juice
1/2 cup (freshly squeezed)
butter
1/4 cup (melted)
chopped cranberries
2/3 cup (fresh or dried)
chopped walnuts
1/4 cup (toasted if desired)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat four 4-1/2-inch x 2-1/2-inch x 1-1/2-inch loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, sugar substitute or Splenda, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
3
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg. Add the freshly squeezed orange juice and melted butter, mixing until fully blended.
4
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just moistened. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5
Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared loaf pans, filling each about 2/3 full.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
8
Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove them from the pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
9
To store, wrap each loaf tightly and freeze for up to 3 months for future enjoyment.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranberry Orange Delight Bread?
It is a diabetic-friendly quick bread featuring tart cranberries, zesty orange, and walnuts, baked into four mini loaves.
Is this recipe suitable for diabetics?
Yes, it is designed to be diabetic-friendly and low in sugar by using a sugar substitute.
How many loaves does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields four mini loaves.
What are the dimensions of the loaf pans needed?
You should use 4-1/2-inch x 2-1/2-inch x 1-1/2-inch loaf pans.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What kind of flour is used in this bread?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What sugar substitute can I use?
You can use 1/2 cup of a sugar substitute or 1/2 cup of Splenda granular.
Can I use fresh or dried cranberries?
Yes, you can use 2/3 cup of either fresh or dried chopped cranberries.
Does this recipe include nuts?
Yes, it includes 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts, which can be toasted if desired.
What type of orange juice is recommended?
The recipe recommends using 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of melted butter.
How many eggs are in the batter?
This recipe uses one beaten egg.
How long should the bread bake?
Bake the mini loaves for 25 to 28 minutes.
How do I know when the bread is done?
The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
Can I freeze this bread?
Yes, these loaves are freezer-friendly and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
How should I prepare the loaf pans?
Lightly coat the loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray before filling them with batter.
Should I sift the dry ingredients?
Yes, you should sift together the flour, sugar substitute, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
What happens if I overmix the batter?
You should stir until just moistened; overmixing can affect the texture, though a few lumps are acceptable.
How full should I fill each loaf pan?
Divide the batter evenly and fill each pan about 2/3 full.
How long should the bread cool in the pans?
Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a Quick Bread.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe yields approximately 24 servings.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the amount of baking powder used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
What is the amount of baking soda used?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is this recipe good for fall?
Yes, it is tagged as a fall recipe, making it perfect for the season.
How should the bread be stored for future enjoyment?
Wrap each loaf tightly and freeze them for up to 3 months.
What is the flavor profile of the bread?
The bread features tart cranberries and zesty orange for a bright, balanced flavor.
Can I serve this as a snack?
Yes, these mini loaves make for a perfect and healthy snack anytime.