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Cranberry Orange Mini Loaves

Cranberry Orange Mini Loaves Bursting with Flavor and Joy

Discover the delightful Cranberry Orange Mini Loaves that combine zesty oranges and tart cranberries in a quick and easy recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 mini loaves
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 large orange zest
  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ½ cup walnuts or pecans optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mini loaf pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Orange Mini Loaves
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour your mini loaf pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy. Add the large eggs, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix thoroughly.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredient bowl, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts or pecans. Stir until evenly distributed.
  6. Divide the batter among the mini loaf pans, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini loafCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Measure flour accurately to avoid dense loaves. For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries and avoid over-mixing the batter. Customize flavors with spices or different nuts as desired.

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