Ingredients for Mom's Cranberry Walnut Bread
- Fresh Cranberries
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- Butter
- Walnuts
- 1/2 cup hot water
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How to Make Mom's Cranberry Walnut Bread
- Combine 1 cup dried cranberries and 1 cup granulated sugar in a bowl. Let stand overnight.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup hot water, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon orange zest, and 1 cup chopped walnuts.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the soaked cranberries.
- Pour batter evenly into two greased and floured 9x5 inch loaf pans.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
216g
Fat
12g
Carbs
35g