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Easy Moist Cranberry Walnut Quick Bread

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Bake this simple, moist cranberry walnut quick bread. It delivers tart cranberries and a nutty crunch without complicated steps, making it perfect for busy schedules or holiday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup orange juice, fresh squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts, lightly toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, vegetable oil, orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula only until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are acceptable.
  5. Gently fold in the dried cranberries and toasted walnuts until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • To toast walnuts, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 to 7 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool before adding to the batter.
  • For a Costco style copycat look, sprinkle a small amount of coarse sugar over the top of the batter before baking.
  • This bread freezes well. Wrap the cooled loaf tightly in plastic wrap and then foil.

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