Go Back
+ servings
Glazed Orange Cranberry Bread

Deliciously Moist Glazed Orange Cranberry Bread to Brighten Your Day

This Glazed Orange Cranberry Bread is a delightful combination of zesty oranges and tart cranberries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Zest fully before juicing
  • 2 large Eggs Use ½ cup unsweetened applesauce for vegan option
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted; can use coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ¼ cup Sunflower Oil Substitute with any neutral oil like canola
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Swap for almond extract for a unique twist
  • ¼ cup Milk Room temperature; can replace with almond or soy milk
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Room temperature; Greek yogurt can serve as a substitute
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Check to ensure it’s fresh
  • ½ tsp Baking Soda Check to ensure it’s fresh
  • ½ tsp Salt Balances flavor
For the Cranberry Compote
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Ensure they're not thawed
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust the amount to taste
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Optional
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Substitute with monk fruit sweetener for lower calories
  • 2 tbsp Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Use lemon juice for a different twist

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • separate bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine frozen cranberries, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Heat over medium-low until cranberries soften and begin to burst, about 8-12 minutes.
  2. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and orange zest. Rub together until fragrant, then stir in eggs, whisking until blended.
  4. Gradually add melted butter, sunflower oil, vanilla extract, sour cream, and milk, mixing until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in whole cranberries, then mix ¾ cup of the batter with the cooled cranberry compote.
  7. Spoon half of the plain batter into the prepared loaf pan, layer the cranberry batter on top, then add the remaining plain batter.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a skewer.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar with orange juice and any remaining cranberry compote.
  10. Once the loaf has cooled, drizzle the icing over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Avoid over-mixing for a light, airy loaf. Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation. Let the loaf cool completely before icing.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!