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Pain à l'orange et aux canneberges

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

60 minutes

Serves:

8 à 10 tranches

23 oct. 2025

Last updated:

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About the Recipe

Débordant des teintes vibrantes des canneberges et de l'essence piquante des oranges fraîches, ce pain est un équilibre parfait entre le sucré et l'acidulé, créant une gâterie alléchante qui captivera à coup sûr vos sens. Imaginez l'arôme des oranges citronnées remplissant votre cuisine, attendant avec impatience la création d'un pain moelleux et tendre. La combinaison de la mie moelleuse et beurrée et de l'éclat d'acidité des canneberges surgelées fait de chaque bouchée un mélange harmonieux de goûts contrastés mais complémentaires. Cette recette combine harmonieusement les aliments de base du garde-manger avec les bienfaits saisonniers des canneberges, ce qui donne un pain à la fois simple à préparer et impressionnant à présenter. La pâte, enrichie du piquant du zeste et du jus d'orange, crée une expérience sensorielle qui commence dès la première bouffée de cuisson et culmine dans la satisfaction d'une tranche parfaitement cuite. Que vous soyez un boulanger expérimenté ou un novice en cuisine, laissez-moi vous guider tout au long du processus, étape par étape, pour garantir un résultat impeccable. Le glaçage optionnel, avec sa douceur sucrée et sa touche d'agrumes supplémentaire, ajoute une touche finale qui élève ce pain au rang de dessert délicieux ou de délicieux compagnon de petit-déjeuner.
  • Bright and Zesty: The fresh orange zest and juice bring a burst of sunshine to every slice.

  • Perfectly Balanced: Tart cranberries cut through the sweetness just enough to keep it from being overly rich.

  • Pantry-Friendly: Uses basic ingredients you likely already have at home—with frozen cranberries as an easy seasonal staple.

  • Moist, Tender Crumb: Thanks to the yogurt, this loaf stays soft and luscious for days.

  • Versatile: Serve it as a holiday brunch treat, a midday pick-me-up, or even as a lightly sweet dessert.

What You'll Love

  • Can I use fresh cranberries instead of frozen? Absolutely! Fresh cranberries work perfectly. Just give them a quick rinse and dry—no need to thaw or cook them ahead of time.

  • Can I swap out the yogurt? Yes! Sour cream is a great substitute, or even Greek yogurt if you prefer a bit more tang.

  • Does the loaf need the glaze? Not at all! The glaze adds an extra citrus punch and a little sweetness, but the loaf is flavorful enough to stand on its own.

  • Can I make this ahead? Yes! It keeps beautifully at room temperature for 2–3 days when wrapped well, or up to a week in the fridge. It also freezes like a dream.

  • How sweet is it? This loaf strikes a lovely balance—it’s sweet enough for a dessert, but not overly sugary, making it just as at home on a breakfast or brunch table.

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Ingredints Explained

Ingredients

For the Loaf:

  • 190g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour

  • 4g (1 tsp) baking powder

  • 3g (½ tsp) baking soda

  • 3g (½ tsp) salt

  • 113g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened

  • 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • Zest of 2 oranges

  • 60ml (¼ cup) fresh orange juice

  • 120g (½ cup) plain yogurt

  • 5ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract

  • 150g (1½ cups) frozen cranberries

For the Optional Glaze:

  • 120g (1 cup) powdered sugar

  • 30–45ml (2–3 tbsp) fresh orange juice

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.


A mixing bowl with a creamy batter and an egg.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the orange zest, orange juice, yogurt, and vanilla extract.


Creamy cake batter being whisked together by hand.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Gently fold in the frozen cranberries. They will release their juices as they bake, creating a beautiful marbled effect.


Freshly baked orange cranberry loaf in a loaf pan.

Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and spread it out evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.


Sliced cranberry orange loaf.


If desired, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and fresh orange juice until you reach your desired consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cranberry orange loaf.


View of the cranberry orange loaf straight on to see the soft crumb and cranberries inside.

Once the glaze has set, slice and enjoy!



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