Cranberry Pistachio Holiday Bread Loaf
Cranberry Pistachio Holiday Bread Loaf is a festive delight that brings warmth and joy to any table. Bursting with the vibrant tartness of cranberries and the nutty crunch of pistachios, this easy-to-make loaf offers a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a thoughtful gift, every slice promises to evoke nostalgia and delicious memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- 3/4 cup chopped pistachios, toasted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla.
- Gently fold in dry ingredients along with cranberries, pistachios, and citrus zest.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. You can substitute cranberries with dried cherries and use walnuts instead of pistachios for variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.