About the Recipe
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Ingredients
Loaf:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
Zest of 2 oranges
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups frozen cranberries
Glaze: (optional)
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the orange zest, orange juice, yogurt, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the frozen cranberries. They will release their juices as they bake, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and fresh orange juice until you reach your desired consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cranberry orange loaf.
Once the glaze has set, slice and enjoy!
If you love cranberries and like the sweet tangy flavor of this loaf, you should check out this recipe for Persimmon Cranberry Sauce. Your taste buds wil thank you!