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Cream Cheese Cranberry Bread

Cream Cheese Cranberry Bread

Delightful Cream Cheese Cranberry Bread combines cream cheese and fresh cranberries for a flavorful, moist treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter A rich base that adds moistness to the bread.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Creaminess that elevates the texture and flavor.
  • 1.5 cups white sugar Sweetness that balances the tart cranberries.
  • 4 pcs eggs Essential for binding the ingredients together.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds a warm, aromatic note to the bread.
  • 0.5 tsp almond extract A hint of nutty flavor that complements the cream cheese.
For the Dry Mix
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The backbone of the bread’s structure.
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder Ensures a lovely rise and fluffy texture.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances the flavors and balances sweetness.
For the Cranberry Goodness
  • 2 cups whole fresh cranberries Tart bursts of flavor that make this Cream Cheese Cranberry Bread a standout!

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • loaf pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. While waiting, grab your two 8x4" loaf pans and grease them with a touch of butter or non-stick spray to ensure easy release after baking.
  2. Beat together the butter and cream cheese in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the sugar to the creamy mixture and beat until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  6. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  7. Combine the dry mix with the wet ingredients on low speed until just incorporated.
  8. Fold in the cranberries gently.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans and bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool the bread in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish. Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier blending. Avoid overmixing once adding flour to keep bread light and fluffy.

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