Recipes > Craisin Bread Find A Store Craisin Bread The flavors of cranberries, oranges and walnuts blend to make a delicious holiday bread. So festive, a perfect bread for gift giving. Yield 2 (9×5-inch) loaves Print Recipe Pin Recipe 2 Reviews Ingredients4 cups bread flour, divided2 (0.25oz each) packages (14g) or 4 1/2 teaspoons Red Star Active Dry Yeast1/3 cup granulated sugar1 tablespoon fine salt1 tablespoon orange zest2/3 cup milk1 cup water2/3 cup vegetable oil4 large eggs2 cups whole wheat flour2/3 cup chopped walnuts1 1/2 cups craisinsOrange Glaze1/2 cup powdered sugar1/2 teaspoon orange zest1/8 teaspoon vanilla2 to 3 teaspoons orange juice InstructionsIn stand mixer bowl, add 3 cups bread flour, yeast, sugar, salt and zest; mix well. In saucepan or microwave-safe dish, heat milk, water and oil to 120-130°F. Add to flour mixture. Using a paddle attachment, blend on low speed for 30 seconds. Add eggs; beat on medium speed for 3 minutes.Switch to dough hook attachment. Gradually stir in whole wheat flour, walnuts, craisins and enough remaining bread flour to make a firm dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 to 7 minutes.(NOTE: For hand mixing: following above steps, mix ingredients in large mixing bowl using a wooden spoon or dough whisk. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic.)Place dough in lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after poking dough with finger down to second knuckle, about 1 hour.Turn dough onto lightly floured surface; punch down to remove air bubbles. Divide dough into 2 equal pieces. Roll or pat each piece into a 14×7-inch rectangle. Starting with shorter side, roll up tightly, pressing dough into roll. Pinch edges and taper ends to seal. Place in prepared pan. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after touching.Preheat oven to 375°F.Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from pan; cool on wire rack.Prepare orange glaze: Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Add additional orange juice if needed to achieve desired consistency.Just before serving, drizzle glaze over loaf. Slice and serve. Did you make this recipe? We want to see it! Tag @redstaryeast and use hashtag #redstaryeast
