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Spiced Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 servings)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive and flavorful quick bread featuring tart cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for holiday breakfasts or snacks.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup sugar

Fruits and Nuts

  • 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prepare it for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar until evenly combined.
  3. Prepare Cranberries and Walnuts: Toss the cranberries and chopped walnuts with a tablespoon of the flour mixture; this helps keep them evenly distributed throughout the batter without sinking.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth and well blended.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently to combine, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
  6. Fold in Fruit and Nuts: Gently fold the cranberry and walnut mixture into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
  7. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the bread is fully set.

Notes

  • Adding orange zest to the batter complements the cranberries and enhances flavor.
  • For a nuttier taste, toast the walnuts lightly before adding.
  • Use fresh cranberries in season or dried ones year-round; adjust sugar slightly if using dried cranberries as they are sweeter.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://justsosweet.com/spiced-cranberry-walnut-bread-recipe/