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Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread

Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread Recipe

Have you ever tasted a slice of Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread and immediately felt like the holidays had arrived? That’s exactly what happens every time I make this Barefoot Contessa-inspired Cranberry Orange Bread. The combination of sweet orange flavor and tart cranberries creates a loaf that’s fresh, vibrant, and incredibly comforting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Bake 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 Slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cranberry Orange Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • ¾ cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1½ cups fresh cranberries chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Orange Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch loaf pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Zester or grater

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest.
Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Step 4: Make the Batter
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
Step 5: Add the Cranberries
  1. Fold the chopped cranberries into the batter until evenly distributed.
Step 6: Transfer to the Pan
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Step 7: Bake the Bread
  1. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool in the Pan
  1. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Step 9: Transfer to a Rack
  1. Carefully remove the bread from the pan and place it on a cooling rack.
Step 10: Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
Step 11: Glaze the Bread
  1. Drizzle the orange glaze over the cooled loaf.
Step 12: Slice and Serve
  1. Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.
    Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread

Notes

This Barefoot Contessa Cranberry Orange Bread is delicious for breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, or dessert.
I personally enjoy serving a warm slice with coffee or hot tea. During the holidays, it also makes a wonderful addition to brunch spreads and gift baskets.
A small spread of butter or cream cheese pairs beautifully with the citrus flavors.