Orange Zest Cranberry Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
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2 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or use coconut oil for a dairy-free option)
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1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
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1 tbsp orange zest
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
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1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
→ Optional Toppings
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White glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 2–3 tsp orange juice or milk (mix until smooth)
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Powdered sugar dusting: a light dusting of powdered sugar
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Fresh cranberries and orange zest: halved fresh cranberries and a sprinkle of orange zest
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Brown sugar drizzle: melt 2 tbsp butter with 2 tbsp brown sugar and 1 tbsp cream, then drizzle
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set the bowl aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, melted butter, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing. Fold in the cranberries and walnuts, if using.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the bread is fully cooled, apply your preferred topping: drizzle the white glaze, dust with powdered sugar, garnish with fresh cranberries and orange zest, or add a brown sugar drizzle for a caramel-like finish.
# Notes:
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Fresh orange juice and zest add brightness to the bread, but bottled orange juice can work in a pinch.
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For a dairy-free version, substitute the unsalted butter with coconut oil.
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If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them before folding into the batter to avoid excess moisture.