Hamdi Saidani Pioneer Woman orange cranberry bread is made with all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, orange zest, cranberries, and optional nuts. This easy orange cranberry bread recipe creates a tasty dessert or breakfast that takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 10 people.
Pioneer Woman Orange Cranberry Bread Ingredients
Ingredients For the Streusel:
- 1/4 cup (31g) all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 2 tablespoons (30g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons (43g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Ingredients For the Bread:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup (105g) packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1 cup (110g) cranberries, fresh or frozen (if using frozen, do not thaw)
- Optional: 1/2 cup (65g) chopped pecans or walnuts
Ingredients For the Glaze:
- 1 cup (120g) confectioners’ sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons orange juice
How To Make Pioneer Woman Orange Cranberry Bread
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Make the streusel: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut in using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs. Refrigerate the streusel, covered, until ready to use.
- Make the bread: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. In another medium bowl, whisk the egg, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined. Add the buttermilk, oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest and whisk until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the cranberries and nuts if using.
- Assemble the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle the streusel over the batter, gently pressing it into the surface to adhere.
- Bake: Cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour, covering the loaf with aluminum foil halfway through to prevent excessive browning. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and orange juice until smooth. Adjust the amount of orange juice to achieve your desired glaze thickness. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
Recipe Tips
- Cranberry Tip: You can use dried cranberries instead of fresh or frozen ones. If you want, cut the dried cranberries in half to spread their flavor more evenly on the bread.
- Make Your Own Buttermilk: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make it at home. Just add 2 teaspoons of white vinegar or lemon juice to a cup, then fill it with milk up to the 1 cup mark. Let it sit for 5 minutes before you use it. This homemade buttermilk is perfect for the bread.
- Keep the Streusel Cold: Put the Streusel mix in the fridge until you need it. This helps keep the butter hard, which makes the streusel stay crumbly when baked.
- Use Ingredients at Room Temperature: Make sure the egg and buttermilk are at room temperature before you mix them. This helps them mix better with other ingredients and makes the bread texture nice and even.
- Check if the Bread is Done: Use a toothpick to check the bread. Stick a toothpick in the middle of the bread. If it comes out clean with no dough sticking to it, the bread is ready. This way, you won’t overbake or underbake the bread.
What To Serve With Orange Cranberry Bread
Orange Cranberry Bread pairs well with soft cream cheese, butter, honey, and fresh fruit slices. It also can be served alongside hot coffee, tea, or cold milk for a tasty breakfast.
How To Store Orange Cranberry Bread
- In the Fridge: Let the bread cool completely. Then cover it with plastic wrap or put it in a container with a tight lid. It stays good in the fridge for up to a week.
- In the Freezer: To keep it longer, wrap the bread well with foil and then put it in a freezer bag or container. You can freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight when you’re ready to eat it.
How To Reheat Leftover Orange Cranberry Bread
- In the Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Put the bread in a baking dish and cover it with foil. Warm it up for about 10-15 minutes until it’s nice and warm.
- In the Microwave: Place a slice of bread on a microwave-safe plate and cover it with a paper towel. Microwave on high for about 30 seconds, but make sure it doesn’t dry out.
- In the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Put slices of bread in the basket. Heat them for 3-5 minutes, and check them halfway to make sure they warm up nicely.
Pioneer Woman Orange Cranberry Bread Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 of 10 servings
- Calories: 330
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 27 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg
- Sodium: 240 mg
FAQs
Can I Use A Different Type Of Flour Instead Of All-purpose Flour?
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour if you need it for health reasons or if you can’t eat gluten. The bread might feel and look different with these flours.
What Can I Use If I Don’t Have Orange Zest?
If you don’t have fresh oranges to make zest, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of orange extract instead. If you don’t use it, the bread won’t have much orange flavor.
Can I Put Other Fruits In The Bread?
Yes, you can add different dried fruits like raisins or chopped apricots. Just make sure to balance the amount with the cranberries.
How Do I Check If My Baking Soda Still Works?
To see if your baking soda is good, add 1/2 teaspoon to 3 tablespoons of vinegar. If it bubbles a lot, it’s okay to use. If not, you need new baking soda.
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- Pioneer Woman Cranberry Nut Bread
- Pioneer Woman Orange Monkey Bread
- Pioneer Woman Cinnamon Bread
- Pioneer Woman Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
- Pioneer Woman Date Nut Bread
Pioneer Woman Orange Cranberry Bread
Description
Pioneer Woman orange cranberry bread is made with all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, orange zest, cranberries, and optional nuts. This easy orange cranberry bread recipe creates a tasty dessert or breakfast that takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 10 people.
Ingredients
Ingredients For the Streusel:
Ingredients For the Bread:
Ingredients For the Glaze:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Make the streusel: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut in using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs. Refrigerate the streusel, covered, until ready to use.
- Make the bread: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. In another medium bowl, whisk the egg, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined. Add the buttermilk, oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest and whisk until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the cranberries and nuts if using.
- Assemble the bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle the streusel over the batter, gently pressing it into the surface to adhere.
- Bake: Cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour, covering the loaf with aluminum foil halfway through to prevent excessive browning. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze: Whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and orange juice until smooth. Adjust the amount of orange juice to achieve your desired glaze thickness. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
- Cranberry Tip: You can use dried cranberries instead of fresh or frozen ones. If you want, cut the dried cranberries in half to spread their flavor more evenly on the bread.
- Make Your Own Buttermilk: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make it at home. Just add 2 teaspoons of white vinegar or lemon juice to a cup, then fill it with milk up to the 1 cup mark. Let it sit for 5 minutes before you use it. This homemade buttermilk is perfect for the bread.
- Keep the Streusel Cold: Put the Streusel mix in the fridge until you need it. This helps keep the butter hard, which makes the streusel stay crumbly when baked.
- Use Ingredients at Room Temperature: Make sure the egg and buttermilk are at room temperature before you mix them. This helps them mix better with other ingredients and makes the bread texture nice and even.
- Check if the Bread is Done: Use a toothpick to check the bread. Stick a toothpick in the middle of the bread. If it comes out clean with no dough sticking to it, the bread is ready. This way, you won’t overbake or underbake the bread.
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