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Cranberry Walnut Bread (No-Knead)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 slices
Calories 180
A delicious no-knead bread packed with dried cranberries and walnuts, perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Yeast and Dry Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1.5 cups warm water (110-115°F)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 3 cups bread flour, plus 2 tablespoons (plus more for surface)
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup dried walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions 

  • Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let sit 10 minutes until foamy.
  • Mix flour and salt, then add yeast mixture, honey, cranberries, walnuts, and orange zest. Stir until combined; cover and rest 18 hours.
  • Turn dough onto floured surface, fold gently into a ball, and transfer to floured parchment. Rest 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven with Dutch oven inside to 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes. Score the dough.
  • Transfer dough into hot Dutch oven, cover, and bake 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake 8-10 more minutes until golden.
  • Cool completely before slicing. Enjoy your homemade cranberry walnut bread!

Notes

Use a Dutch oven for best crust. Rest dough at room temperature for optimal rise.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cranberry, no-knead, walnut