Cranberry Cheese Batter Bread Recipe

This Cranberry Cheese Batter Bread is the perfect festive addition to your Christmas or Thanksgiving table! A deliciously moist and subtly sweet bread bursting with tart cranberries and creamy cheese, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to make and incredibly comforting, this recipe is ideal for both experienced bakers and beginners.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 3230.2 kcal
Protein 123g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Cheese Batter Bread

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How to Make Cranberry Cheese Batter Bread

  1. Heat 1 cup of milk in a small saucepan over low heat until the temperature reaches 120-130°F (49-54°C).
  2. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan and set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Cut 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 4 ounces cream cheese into 1-inch chunks and add to the flour mixture.
  6. Use a pastry blender to cut the butter and cream cheese into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Add 1 cup dried cranberries and gently toss to combine.
  8. Add the warm milk to the dry ingredients and beat with a mixer for 1 minute, or until the dough is slightly stringy.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  10. Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  11. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  12. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

145 g

Sugar

420g

Fat

456g

Carbs

139g