Cranberry Orange Bread

Cranberry Orange Bread is a delightful and fragrant dairy-free dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with the bright zest of oranges. Perfectly moist and subtly sweet, it makes for a wonderful treat any time of the day.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 150 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Orange zest - 1 tablespoon
• Orange juice - 60 milliliters
• Vegetable oil - 30 milliliters
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cranberries - 100 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the orange zest, orange juice, vegetable oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Gently fold in the fresh cranberries until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Cranberries are rich in antioxidants, promoting heart health.
• Oranges provide a good source of vitamin C, boosting the immune system.

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