A Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf is a delicious and festive bread that is perfect for the holiday season, but can be enjoyed year-round. The combination of tart cranberries and rich cream cheese makes for a delightful treat. Here is a simple recipe you can follow to make your own Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf:
Ingredients
For the Bread:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
2 large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
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