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Quick Cranberry Orange Bread - Ready in Under an Hour

This Cranberry Orange Bread combines tart cranberries and bright orange zest for a perfectly moist, bakery-style loaf. Easy to make in under an hour, it’s the ideal recipe for breakfast, brunch, or holiday gatherings. Enjoy a balance of sweet and tangy flavors in every slice!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf (12 slices)
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 178
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup fresh orange juice about 2-3 oranges
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries or frozen, unthawed

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, orange juice, orange zest, and egg until blended.
  4. Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  5. Gently fold in cranberries. For even distribution, toss cranberries in 1 tbsp of flour before adding.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use fresh-squeezed orange juice for best flavor. You can substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil or applesauce. For added crunch, mix in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.