Description
Nutty, tart, and sweet, this cranberry pecan bread is perfect for holidays or a cozy morning.
Ingredients
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- 1 cups (237 ml) pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cups (80 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cups (113 g) light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp grated orange zest
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Butter an 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine: flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- Stir until evenly distributed.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together: melted butter, milk, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
- Ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
- Add the Pecans and Cranberries
- Fold in the chopped pecans and cranberries using a spatula.
- Ensure even distribution throughout the batter.
- Transfer to the Loaf Pan
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes.
- Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- To enhance the cranberry flavor, use a combination of fresh and frozen cranberries.
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the batter.
- Store the cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 50