This Cranberry Cheddar Bread combines the tartness of cranberries with the sharpness of cheddar cheese, creating a deliciously unique loaf. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, snack, or side dish for a festive meal!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Sweet and Savory: The combination of cranberries and cheddar cheese gives this bread a perfect balance of flavors.
- Easy to Make: With simple ingredients and a quick prep time, you’ll have a delicious loaf ready in just over an hour.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: This bread is ideal for holiday gatherings, brunches, or as a thoughtful homemade gift.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
Directions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Cranberries and Sugar
- In a small bowl, combine the cranberries and sugar. Set aside to allow the cranberries to soak up some sweetness.
Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4: Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg until fully combined.
Step 5: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined (don’t overmix).
Step 6: Add Cranberries and Cheese
- Fold in the cranberry mixture and shredded cheddar cheese. Be careful not to break up the cranberries too much.
Step 7: Pour and Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool and Serve
- Let the bread cool for a few minutes in the pan, then remove it and let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8-10 slices
Tips:
- For extra flavor: Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or orange zest to the batter.
- Dried cranberries work well if fresh ones aren’t available.
- Cheddar Cheese: Use sharp cheddar for a more intense flavor, or mild cheddar for a subtler taste.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Conclusion:
This Cranberry Cheddar Bread is a comforting blend of sweet, tart, and savory. Perfect with a cup of tea or as a side to your favorite soup or salad, it’s a versatile and delicious loaf you’ll want to make again and again!
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Cranberry Cheddar Bread
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1 loaf (8 servings) 1x
Description
This savory-sweet cranberry cheddar bread is a delightful combination of tart cranberries and rich, melted cheddar cheese, baked to perfection in a moist loaf. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or as an accompaniment to soups and salads!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cranberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, combine cranberries and sugar. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, oil, and egg.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in cranberry mixture and cheddar cheese.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a more intense cheddar flavor, you can increase the amount of cheese.
- Be sure to fold in the cranberries gently to avoid crushing them.
- The bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes