Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf Recipe

This award-winning Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf is a delightful twist on classic quick bread! Inspired by Crescent Dragonwagon's *Cornbread Gospels*, this recipe combines the comforting crunch of stone-ground cornmeal with the bright zest of orange and the tart sweetness of cranberries. A perfect blend of textures and flavors, this loaf is beautiful enough for a holiday gathering yet simple enough for a weeknight treat. Get ready for rave reviews – everyone will be asking for seconds!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 285.9 kcal

Protein 11g

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Ingredients for Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf

Unbleached All Purpose Flour
Stone Ground Yellow Cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
Canola Oil
1 cup buttermilk
Oranges, Zest Of
Fresh Cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Rolled Oats

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How to Make Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease one large (9x5 inch), two medium (8x4 inch), or three small (7x3 inch) loaf pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup stone-ground cornmeal, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt.
In a medium bowl, whisk together: 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 cup buttermilk, and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
In a food processor, pulse 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries until roughly chopped (do not over-process).
In a separate bowl, combine: the chopped cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, and 1/2 cup rolled oats.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the dry flour mixture over the cranberry mixture and toss gently to coat.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the cranberry mixture.
The batter should be thick. Spoon batter into the prepared loaf pan(s).
Bake for 45-55 minutes for a large loaf, 35-50 minutes for medium loaves, and 35-40 minutes for small loaves. Check for doneness at the two-thirds mark.
If the loaves are browning too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before running a knife around the edges and inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

80g

Fat

Carbs

15g

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Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Breads Breakfast American Holiday Event Gifts Christmas Thanksgiving Northeastern United States Quick Breads 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf?

Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf?

Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf has approximately 285.9 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf?

The key ingredients for Cornmeal Oatmeal Cranberry Orange Loaf are Unbleached All Purpose Flour, Stone Ground Yellow Cornmeal, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.