Cranberry Orange Banana Bread
Cranberry Orange Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread made with ripe bananas, juicy cranberries, and fresh orange zest. This easy homemade loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert, with the perfect balance of sweet banana flavor and bright citrusy tartness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 slices
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar, and mix until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Frozen cranberries can be used without thawing.Dried cranberries work well and add a slightly sweeter flavor.Do not overmix the batter, or the bread may turn out dense.For extra texture, add chopped walnuts or pecans.A light orange glaze can be added on top for a sweeter citrus finish.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/cranberry-orange-banana-bread/
