Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Orange Mini Loaves
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour your mini loaf pans or line them with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 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.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredient bowl, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts or pecans. Stir until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter among the mini loaf pans, filling each about two-thirds full.
- 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.
- Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
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.
