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Amazing 1-Loaf Orange Cranberry Zucchini Bread Recipe

Amazing 1-Loaf Orange Cranberry Zucchini Bread Recipe
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5 from 12 reviews

This Amazing 1-Loaf Orange Cranberry Zucchini Bread is a moist, flavorful treat that perfectly combines the zestiness of fresh orange, the tartness of cranberries, and the subtle moisture of grated zucchini. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this quick bread offers a delightful balance of spices and fruit in every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

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

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing and lightly flouring it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined to ensure uniform flavor and leavening.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest until the mixture is smooth and well integrated.
  4. Integrate wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Fold in zucchini and cranberries: Carefully fold in the grated and squeezed-dry zucchini along with the fresh or frozen cranberries to evenly distribute them without crushing.
  6. Fill the loaf pan: Pour the prepared batter into the greased loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  7. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, checking with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out clean when the bread is done.
  8. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess and preserving texture.

Notes

  • Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the grated zucchini to avoid a soggy bread texture.
  • Using fresh orange juice and zest brightens the flavor, but bottled juice can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • Frozen cranberries should be thawed and drained well before adding to prevent excess moisture.
  • For a nuttier twist, consider adding 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Bread keeps well stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Reheat slices gently in the microwave or toaster oven before serving for best texture.

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