Description
Cranberry Pistachio Bread is a delightful quick bread that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios. This festive loaf makes an impressive addition to your breakfast table or holiday gatherings, thanks to its vibrant colors and mouthwatering taste. Whether enjoyed plain, toasted with butter, or as part of a brunch spread, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup + 1 TBSP sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup fresh whole cranberries
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3.4 oz box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla; mix until combined.
- Chop cranberries in a food processor with a tablespoon of sugar; fold into the mixture.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pudding mix.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in chopped pistachios carefully to avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg