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1800-1860 - New England home bakers and immigrant farming families.
Moist quick bread studded with fresh cranberries, offering a balance of tart and sweet flavors. A traditional New England baked good enjoyed during the fall and winter months.
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Difficulty
Medium
Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
55 minutes
Total time
1 hour 10 minutes
Servings
8
Region
New England
Era introduced
1800-1860
Introduced by
New England home bakers and immigrant farming families.
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Cranberry bread has been a beloved fall and winter staple in New England since the early 19th century, capturing the success of local cranberry harvests. This quick bread uses fresh or dried cranberries for a natural tartness balanced by sugar and often includes warming spices. Its ease and seasonal flavor made it popular in immigrant and farm families, embodying rustic yet comforting baked traditions of the region.
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