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Definition
A sweet, aromatic quick bread or yeast bread flavored with cinnamon and studded with dried or fresh cranberries, often served for breakfast or dessert.
Sensory Profile
TasteSweet, Tart (from cranberries), Warm (cinnamon), Buttery
TextureSoft, Moist, Spongy, Chewy (cranberries)
AromaWarm, Spicy (cinnamon), Fruity, Bready
AcidityLow-Medium
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per 1 slice (50g) Calories300
Total Fat10
Saturated Fat5
Trans Fat0.2
Cholesterol40
Protein7
Total Carbohydrate48
Dietary Fiber2
Total Sugars20
Calcium50
Iron1
Potassium100
Chef’s Secret
For extra moisture and flavor, soak dried cranberries in warm orange juice or rum for 30 minutes before incorporating them into the dough.
Substitutions
Best Match
Raisin Bread
1:1Similar sweet, fruited bread, often with cinnamon, good for breakfast/toasting.
Apple Cinnamon Bread
1:1Offers a similar warm spice and fruit profile, with a different fruit texture.
Cinnamon Swirl Bagels
1:1Provides cinnamon flavor and a chewy texture, good for toasting.
Plain Sweet Quick Bread (e.g., Banana Bread)
1:1Similar sweet, moist bread base, can add cranberries and cinnamon for flavor.
Buying Guide
Look for moist texture and evenly distributed fruit. Avoid dry or crumbly loaves.
Flavor Pairings
Coffee tea cream cheese butter fruit preserves orange juice.