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Cranberry Orange Loaf

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Sliced cranberry orange loaf on a wooden board
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Sweet Christmas Moments With Homemade
Cranberry Orange Loaf

70 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
10
Ingredients
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The cranberry orange loaf is a timeless Christmas bake that combines the tartness of cranberries with the bright zest of oranges. Moist, buttery, and lightly sweet, this loaf is perfect for holiday mornings, cosy teatimes, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Its vibrant flavours and cheerful look make it a centrepiece dessert that spreads warmth and joy during the festive season.

Ingredients

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1½ cupsAll-purpose flour (187.5 g)
1 teaspoonBaking powder
½ teaspoonKosher salt
6 tablespoonsUnsalted butter
¾ cupGranulated sugar (150 g)
2 largeEggs
¼ cupWhole milk (61 g)
¼ cupFresh orange juice
1 teaspoonOrange zest
1½ cupsCranberries (fresh or frozen) divided

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Prep the pan & oven

  • Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).

  • Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Make the batter base

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until smooth and fluffy.

  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Combine wet & dry mixtures

  • In a bowl, mix milk, orange juice and orange zest.

  • In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

  • Add dry and wet mixtures alternately into the batter.

  • Mix gently until just combined.

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Add Cranberries & Transfer

  • Fold in 1 cup of cranberries gently into the batter.

  • Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cranberries on top.

Description - Step 5

Step 5: Bake & cool

  • Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.

  • If browning too quickly, tent with foil midway.

  • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 1
Step 1: Prep the pan & oven
3 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Make the batter base
5 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Combine wet & dry mixtures
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Add Cranberries & Transfer
2 Minutes
Step 5
Step 5: Bake & cool
50–55 Minutes

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Serve slices on a rustic wooden board with fresh orange slices and cranberries scattered around for a festive touch.

 

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Pairing Instructions

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The cranberry orange loaf shines when served alongside roast turkey and buttery mashed potatoes, creating a comforting holiday spread.

 

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Garnishing Instructions

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Lightly dust with powdered sugar and a sprinkle of orange zest to give the loaf a snowy, citrusy Christmas finish.

 

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