An easy recipe for gluten-free cranberry bread. This tender, flavorful gluten-free quick bread is sure to be a favorite during the holidays! This one-bowl recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep!

Gluten-Free Cranberry Bread

If you have enjoyed our gluten-free quick bread recipes like our Gluten-Free Banana Bread or Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread you are going to love our recipe for gluten-free cranberry bread!

There’s a reason why cranberries are popular to add to muffins, bread, and other recipes—the tart fruit packs a burst of flavor. The added sweetness that cranberries also bring to a dish is why it’s such a popular holiday ingredient. With this easy gluten-free baking recipe, you can add a festive gluten-free quickbread to your holiday roster, too.

The gluten-free cranberry orange bread is made with only a few simple ingredients. Follow the step-by-step directions and recipe step photos below and learn how to make a perfectly baked loaf of gluten-free cranberry orange bread.

Ingredients

• Fresh Cranberries: Fresh cranberries add much more flavor than dried ones. They retain their natural sugars without the need to add more.
• Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour with Xanthan gum: The base of the bread dough. Use your favorite gluten-free brand.
• Granulated Sugar: For sweetness.
• Baking Powder and Baking Soda: Together, they give the loaf its light, airy texture.
• Cinnamon: Adds warmth and holiday aroma to the bread.
• Salt: Brings all the flavors together.
• Egg: The primary binding agent.
• Butter: For richness and flavor.
• Orange Juice: Brings additional sweetness and acidity.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor.
• Orange Zest: Adds even more citrus flavor.

How to Make Gluten-Free Cranberry Bread

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar and beat together for about 30 seconds using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer. Add in the orange juice, vanilla, egg, and orange zest. Beat to combine.
2. Add the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Beat just until combined.
3. Gently fold in the cranberries. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
4. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Note: Bake time will be longer if you use frozen berries.
5. Let the gluten-free bread cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
6. If adding a glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest, then drizzle on top once the loaf has cooled completely.

Tips for Making the Best Gluten-Free Cranberry Bread

• Make sure that you buy orange juice that is pulp-free. This way, you don’t have any pieces of chunks of orange in your bread batter or the glaze.
• Pay close attention when folding in the cranberries. Be gentle as you’re adding them in. If you stir or fold too hard, the cranberries will break open and their juices will leak into the batter.
• The cooling process is important for quick breads. Be sure to let it cool completely before slicing or the bread will crumble.

Do Cranberries Contain Gluten?

Cranberries are naturally gluten-free. This is why we use fresh cranberries in our recipe. Fresh cranberries haven’t been processed or disturbed in any way and you can add them to your favorite gluten-free baked goods or desserts without worry.

When you use dried or canned cranberries, you run into the possibility of cross-contamination. So make sure to always check your labels.

How Do I Store Leftover Cranberry Bread?

Once the gluten-free bread is cooled down, store it in an airtight container. You can keep it at room temperature or in the refrigerator. For the best results, eat the leftover gluten-free bread within 2 to 3 days.

After a few days if the gluten-free bread has started to harden, microwave the slice for about 10 seconds. That will soften it right up!

Easy Gluten-Free Cranberry Bread

This easy gluten-free quickbread recipe made with fresh cranberries is a holiday favorite! Enjoy a slice for breakfast or drizzle it with the optional orange icing to serve as a gluten-free dessert.

More Gluten-Free Quick Bread Recipes to Try!

• Almond Flour Banana Bread
• Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread
• Gluten-Free Sweet Cornbread

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