Cranberry Ribbon Loaf Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven and prepare a loaf pan by greasing and flouring it.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
• STEP 3.In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
• STEP 4.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, toss the cranberries with some flour to coat them. This will prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf.
• STEP 6.Fold the cranberries into the batter, being careful not to overmix.
• STEP 7.Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining batter.
• STEP 8.Use a knife to gently swirl the cream cheese mixture into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
• STEP 9.Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• STEP 10.Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
• STEP 11.Once cooled, slice and serve. This loaf can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to properly grease and flour the loaf pan to prevent the loaf from sticking.
• Coating the cranberries with flour helps to distribute them evenly throughout the loaf.
• Be careful not to overmix the batter once the cranberries are added, as this can result in a tough loaf.
• To create a more pronounced marbled effect, you can use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the cream cheese mixture further.
• For an extra festive touch, you can sprinkle some powdered sugar on top of the loaf before serving.

Storage and Serving

• Allow the loaf to cool completely before slicing and serving.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• This Cranberry Ribbon Loaf is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee.