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