By Becky Hardin
Updated Mar 10, 2025
Glazed Lemon Cranberry Bread is a citrusy loaf packed with fresh cranberries and topped with sweet tangy lemon glaze. I love to serve this bread loaf for Christmas breakfasts or brunch and it also makes a wonderful mid afternoon snack with a cup of coffee. I’m sure you’ll love my perfect sweet bread recipe for the holidays!
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“My 8 year old’s favorite!! I’ve made this bread many times already. It’s so easy and yummy!! Thank you for the recipe!” -Stephanie
Glazed Lemon Cranberry Bread Recipe
Cranberry bread is a no yeast bread. With sweet lemon glaze and cranberry, this bread is a quick treat on busy days because there is no rising time involved. You can even make this delicious loaf a perfect homemade gift during the festive season! Simply wrap in parchment and tie with a ribbon to gift to friends and neighbors. What an elegant festive treat!
Tips for Beginners
- Be sure to grease your loaf tin before adding the batter for easy removal.
- It’s important to flour your cranberries before adding them to the mixture as this will stop them from sinking to the bottom.
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For the Bread
- ▢ 1 cup fresh cranberries* 116 grams
- ▢ 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour 200 grams (plus 1 tablespoon (8 grams) for dredging cranberries)
- ▢ 1½ teaspoons baking powder 6 grams
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams, room temperature (1 stick)
- ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
- ▢ 2 large eggs 100 grams, room temperature
- ▢ ½ cup milk 114 grams, at least 2%
- ▢ 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest from 1 lemon
For the Glaze
- ▢ ¼ cup granulated sugar 50 grams
- ▢ ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 57 grams, from 2 lemons
Instructions
For the Bread
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick baking spray.
- Toss the cranberries with 1 tablespoon of flour and set aside. 1 cup fresh cranberries*, 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- In a medium bowl, whisk the rest of the flour, baking powder, and salt together. 1½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar together on medium-high speed until fluffy and creamy. It takes about 1-2 minutes. ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar
- Add the eggs and beat an additional 1 minute. 2 large eggs
- Add half of the flour mixture into the eggs mixture. Mix on low speed just until incorporated.
- Add ¼ cup (half) of the milk and mix on low for 15 seconds. ½ cup milk
- Add the remaining flour mixture and mix just until no flour is visible.
- Add remaining ¼ cup milk and mix until combined.
- Fold in the lemon zest and cranberries. 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Transfer the bread (in the pan) to a cooling rack and cool 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove the loaf from the pan, and set it upright.
For the Lemon Glaze
- In a small saucepan set over medium heat, combine the sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and cook 30 seconds. Remove from the heat. ¼ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Carefully pierce the top of the bread with a toothpick and use a pastry brush to evenly apply the warm lemon glaze over the top.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Stand Mixer
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Store
Transfer any leftovers of glazed lemon cranberry bread in an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 4 days and in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
You can also freeze the baked bread loaf for up to two months. If freezing the whole loaf, wrap it in plastic wrap before adding the lemon glaze. Thaw overnight in the fridge. Prepare the fresh glaze and serve.
If freezing leftover glazed slices, wrap each slice separately before freezing.
Serving Suggestions
I love enjoying this glazed cranberry bread with an Iced Caramel Macchiato or with an Iced Honey Almondmilk Flat White .
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Glazed Lemon Cranberry Bread Recipe
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Stand Mixer
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 1 cup fresh cranberries* 116 grams
- 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour 200 grams (plus 1 tablespoon (8 grams) for dredging cranberries)
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder 6 grams
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams, room temperature (1 stick)
- 1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
- 2 large eggs 100 grams, room temperature
- ½ cup milk 114 grams, at least 2%
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest from 1 lemon
For the Glaze
- ¼ cup granulated sugar 50 grams
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 57 grams, from 2 lemons
Instructions
For the Bread
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick baking spray.
- Toss the cranberries with 1 tablespoon of flour and set aside. 1 cup fresh cranberries*, 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- In a medium bowl, whisk the rest of the flour, baking powder, and salt together. 1½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar together on medium-high speed until fluffy and creamy. It takes about 1-2 minutes. ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar
- Add the eggs and beat an additional 1 minute. 2 large eggs
- Add half of the flour mixture into the eggs mixture. Mix on low speed just until incorporated.
- Add ¼ cup (half) of the milk and mix on low for 15 seconds. ½ cup milk
- Add the remaining flour mixture and mix just until no flour is visible.
- Add remaining ¼ cup milk and mix until combined.
- Fold in the lemon zest and cranberries. 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake at 350°F for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Transfer the bread (in the pan) to a cooling rack and cool 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove the loaf from the pan, and set it upright.
For the Lemon Glaze
- In a small saucepan set over medium heat, combine the sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil and cook 30 seconds. Remove from the heat. ¼ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Carefully pierce the top of the bread with a toothpick and use a pastry brush to evenly apply the warm lemon glaze over the top.
Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
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- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
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GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
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- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
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- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
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- Salsa
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- Soups
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CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
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SNACKS
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- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
