Zesty Cranberry-Orange Nut Loaf
This delightful Zesty Cranberry-Orange Nut Loaf is a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, featuring fresh cranberries paired with the bright flavor of oranges. The addition of crunchy walnuts provides a satisfying texture, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Based on a recipe from the November 2006 issue of Coup de Pouce, this quick bread is easy to prepare and bakes up beautifully in just one hour. It's also adaptable; turn this loaf into muffins for a convenient grab-and-go option! Serve it warm with a pat of butter, or enjoy it plain to savor the wonderful flavors.
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Servings
150
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 cups (sifted)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons
salt
1/2 teaspoon
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon
butter
1/3 cup (cold and cubed)
egg
1 (beaten)
orange zest
1 teaspoon (finely grated)
orange juice
2/3 cup (freshly squeezed)
fresh cranberries
1 1/2 cups (cut in half)
walnuts
1 cup (roughly chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan.
2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
3
Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients, and using a pastry cutter or two knives, work the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4
In a separate bowl, mix the beaten egg, orange zest, and orange juice until combined.
5
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the halved cranberries and chopped walnuts gently until evenly distributed.
7
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
9
Once baked, allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
7g
Fat
20g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Zesty Cranberry-Orange Nut Loaf?
It is a delightful quick bread that balances sweetness and tartness, featuring fresh cranberries, bright orange flavor, and crunchy walnuts.
How long does this loaf take to bake?
The loaf takes approximately 60 minutes to bake in a preheated oven.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
Can I use this recipe to make muffins?
Yes, the recipe is adaptable and can be used to make muffins for a convenient grab-and-go option.
What size pan is required for this recipe?
You should use a lightly greased 9-inch by 5-inch loaf pan.
What are the primary flavors in this bread?
The primary flavors are tart fresh cranberries and bright citrus from orange zest and juice.
Is this a yeast-based bread?
No, it is a quick bread that uses baking powder and baking soda as leavening agents.
How many calories are in a serving of this loaf?
There are 150 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 7g of fat.
How much protein does one serving provide?
One serving provides 2g of protein.
What dry ingredients are needed?
The dry ingredients include sifted flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
How should the cranberries be prepared?
The fresh cranberries should be cut in half before being folded into the batter.
What type of nuts are used in the loaf?
The recipe calls for one cup of roughly chopped walnuts.
How is the butter incorporated into the recipe?
Cold, cubed butter is worked into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Does the recipe require fresh orange juice?
Yes, the recipe specifies 2/3 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice.
How do I know when the loaf is finished baking?
The loaf is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the loaf cool before being removed from the pan?
It should cool in the pan for 10 minutes before being transferred to a wire rack.
Is this loaf suitable for breakfast?
Yes, it is considered an ideal treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
What is the best way to serve this bread?
It can be served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed plain to savor the flavors.
What is the source of this recipe?
This recipe is based on a version from the November 2006 issue of Coup de Pouce.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an easy baking recipe that bakes up beautifully.
How should I mix the wet and dry ingredients?
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
What texture do the walnuts add to the loaf?
The walnuts provide a satisfying crunchy texture to the soft bread.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 20g of carbohydrates per serving.
What should I do to the top of the batter before baking?
You should smooth the top of the batter with a spatula once it is in the pan.
Can I use frozen cranberries instead of fresh?
While the recipe specifies fresh cranberries, frozen ones can typically be used as a substitute in quick breads.
What type of sugar is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How much orange zest is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of finely grated orange zest.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
The tags include quick bread, cranberry, orange, nut loaf, breakfast, dessert, fall recipe, and easy baking.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires 2 cups of sifted flour.