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Cranberry Bliss Bread

Irresistible Cranberry Bliss Bread for Cozy Holiday Moments

This Cranberry Bliss Bread recipe transforms an iconic treat into an easy-to-make loaf, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour substitute with more all-purpose if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder essential leavening agent
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt regular salt works in a pinch
  • ½ cup unsalted sweet cream butter use margarine for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup sugar consider brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 2 large eggs acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract synthetic vanilla is a budget-friendly alternative
  • 1 cup buttermilk regular milk mixed with lemon juice also works
  • 1 cup dried cranberries fresh cranberries can be used with adjustments
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips dark chocolate can create a richer experience
For the Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar use cornstarch-free options for smoother result
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk any milk variety will do
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract consider maple extract for a fun twist

Equipment

  • 9-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • sifter
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Stir well to combine and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted sweet cream butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy—about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add 2 large eggs to the creamed mixture, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with 1 cup of buttermilk. Mix gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of dried cranberries and ½ cup of white chocolate chips into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the bread from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the bread cools, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, and 2-4 tablespoons of milk until smooth and creamy.
  10. Drizzle the icing over the cooled bread and, optionally, sprinkle extra cranberries and white chocolate chips on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow ingredients to reach room temperature for better mixing; avoid overmixing to keep bread tender.

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