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Homemade cranberry bread topped with orange glaze on a wooden table

Homemade Cranberry Bread With Fresh Orange Glaze

A delightful and fluffy bread bursting with tart cranberries and zesty orange flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the bread

  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour The base of your bread, providing just the right amount of structure.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Helps your loaf rise beautifully, ensuring it’s light and fluffy.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds a touch of sweetness that balances the tart cranberries.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding the ingredients together and providing richness.
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil Imparts moisture, giving the bread a tender crumb.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Orange Juice Lends a delightful citrusy freshness.
  • 1 zest Orange Enhances the bread’s aromatic quality.
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries The star ingredient providing bursts of flavor.

For the glaze

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For a sweet glaze that contrasts with the tangy cranberries.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adds creaminess to your glaze.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the vegetable oil, fresh orange juice, and orange zest, mixing well.
  • Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just incorporated.
  • Fold in the fresh cranberries evenly throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing it out evenly.

Baking

  • Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Glazing

  • For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar with milk until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled bread.

Notes

Fresh cranberries can be tart; consider folding in chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture and flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender. Leftover bread is great toasted with butter.
Keyword Baking, Cranberry Bread, Festive Bread, Homemade Bread, Orange Glaze