Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread Recipe

Capture the essence of fall with this irresistible Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread! This moist and flavorful loaf cake is bursting with the tartness of cranberries, the sweetness of coconut, and the bright zest of orange. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, this recipe is a family favorite. Enjoy it warm from the oven, toasted with cream cheese, or simply on its own. Make this delightful bread your go-to autumnal baking project!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 2940.5 kcal
Protein 79g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Shortening
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in orange zest and vanilla extract.
  4. In a small bowl, combine cranberries, shredded coconut, and orange juice.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the cranberry-coconut mixture.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

124 g

Sugar

918g

Fat

317g

Carbs

151g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Breads Fruit Easy Fall Holiday Event Thanksgiving Seasonal Quick Breads Berries Citrus Oranges Coconut 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread?

Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread?

Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread has approximately 2940.5 calories per serving, with about 79 g protein, 151 g carbohydrates and 175 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Coconut Orange Bread are Flour, White Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt, Shortening, Orange Juice. See the full list with measurements above.

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