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Spiced Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 8-10 slices)
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A warm and fragrant holiday loaf packed with tart cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and cozy spices. Perfect for gifting, breakfast, or festive gatherings, this Spiced Cranberry Walnut Bread combines the classic flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with the natural sweetness of cranberries and the rich texture of walnuts.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger until well combined and evenly distributed.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the melted butter or oil, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and fold gently using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make the bread tough.
  5. Fold in Cranberries and Walnuts: Gently stir in the cranberries and chopped walnuts, incorporating them evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Pour and Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Slice: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For an extra citrus kick, add orange zest or a tablespoon of orange juice to the batter.
  • Walnuts can be swapped for pecans to change up the nutty flavor and texture.
  • This bread freezes well for up to 2 months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Category: Bread, Holiday, Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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