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Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread is made with butter, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cranberries, and optional pecans. This easy Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread recipe creates a moist and tasty bread that takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 12 people.

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? Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread Recipe:

  • Great Tastes Together: The sour taste of cranberries mixed with the creamy taste of cream cheese makes this bread very special and tasty.
  • Soft and Moist: The cream cheese helps make the bread very soft and moist. It feels nice to eat.
  • Good for Any Time: You can eat this bread in the morning, as a sweet treat after dinner, or as a snack. It goes well with coffee, tea, or wine.
  • Looks Cheerful: This bread has bright bits of cranberry in it, which makes it look cheerful and perfect for parties or special days.
  • Easy to Make: This bread is easy to make, even if you are not used to baking. The steps are simple and clear, so anyone can try it.
Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread
Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

? Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread Ingredients

  • 1 cup (c.) butter, softened
  • 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (c.) sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (tsp) vanilla extract
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups (c.) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (tsp) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (tsp) salt
  • 2 cups (c.) cranberries, fresh or frozen, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup (c.) chopped pecans (optional)

? How To Make Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Mix Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
  3. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the sugar and vanilla to the butter mixture, beating until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Add Cranberries and Pecans: Fold in the chopped cranberries and pecans, if using.
  8. Prepare Pans: Grease two 9-inch by 5-inch loaf pans.
  9. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
  10. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool complete

? Recipe Tips:

  • Use Ingredients that are Not Cold: Before you start, make sure the butter, cream cheese, and eggs are not cold. This helps them mix better and makes your bread smooth.
  • Cut Up the Cranberries: Cut the cranberries into small pieces before you add them to the mix. This spreads the sour taste of the cranberries all through the bread.
  • Mix Just Enough: When you add flour to your mix, stir it only until everything is mixed together. If you stir too much, your bread will be hard.
  • Check if the Bread is Cooked: Ovens can be different, so start checking if your bread is cooked after 45 minutes by poking it in the middle with a toothpick. If nothing sticks to the toothpick, your bread is ready.
  • Let the Bread Cool Down: After baking, wait for at least 10 minutes before you take the bread out of the pan. This helps the bread stay together and not break.
Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread
Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

☕ What To Serve With Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread?

Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread goes great with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or some powdered sugar on top. You can also have it with fresh fruits, nuts, or cheese for a nice breakfast or brunch.

? How To Store Leftovers Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread?

  • Refrigerate: Store the bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze: Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving

FAQ’S

Can I Use Dried Cranberries Instead Of Fresh Or Frozen?

Yes, you can use dried cranberries. If you prefer a juicier texture, soak them in warm water for about 15 minutes before adding to the dough.

How Can I Ensure My Bread Doesn’t Come Out Dry?

Avoid overbaking the bread. Start checking for doneness at the 45-minute mark, and remove from the oven once a toothpick comes out clean.

What’s The Best Way To Cream Butter And Cream Cheese Together?

Use an electric mixer to beat them on medium speed until smooth and creamy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.

Can This Bread Be Made Ahead Of Time?

Yes, this bread can be made a day ahead. Just wrap it well and keep it at room temperature.

Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 300
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 18g
  • Protein: 5g

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Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread

Author: Hamdi Saidani Cooking Method:Baking Cuisine:American Courses:Desserts Recipe Keys: C Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread
Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 20 minutesCook time:1 hour Rest time: 10 minutesTotal time:1 hour 30 minutesServings:12 servingsCalories:300 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Description

Ina Garten Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread is made with butter, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cranberries, and optional pecans. This easy Cranberry Cream Cheese Bread recipe creates a moist and tasty bread that takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 12 people.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Mix Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
  3. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add the sugar and vanilla to the butter mixture, beating until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Add Cranberries and Pecans: Fold in the chopped cranberries and pecans, if using.
  8. Prepare Pans: Grease two 9-inch by 5-inch loaf pans.
  9. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
  10. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool complete

Notes

  • Use Ingredients that are Not Cold: Before you start, make sure the butter, cream cheese, and eggs are not cold. This helps them mix better and makes your bread smooth.
  • Cut Up the Cranberries: Cut the cranberries into small pieces before you add them to the mix. This spreads the sour taste of the cranberries all through the bread.
  • Mix Just Enough: When you add flour to your mix, stir it only until everything is mixed together. If you stir too much, your bread will be hard.
  • Check if the Bread is Cooked: Ovens can be different, so start checking if your bread is cooked after 45 minutes by poking it in the middle with a toothpick. If nothing sticks to the toothpick, your bread is ready.
  • Let the Bread Cool Down: After baking, wait for at least 10 minutes before you take the bread out of the pan. This helps the bread stay together and not break.
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