Delicious Cranberry Lemon Loaf Recipe
Friday, May 25th, 2012

Looking to make a delicious treat this weekend? We have the perfect Nova Scotia cuisine recipe for you! Try this yummy Cranberry Lemon Lemon that’s easy to make and everyone will love! Enjoy!

Cranberry Lemon LoafIngredients

2 cups (500 mL) all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons (12 mL) baking powder
1 teaspoon (5 mL) salt, or less, to taste
4 tablespoons  (60 mL) softened butter
3/4 cup (175 mL) granulated sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons (10 mL) grated lemon rind
3/4 cup (175 mL) milk
1 cup (250 mL) fresh cranberries, chopped
1/2  cup (125 mL) chopped walnuts or pecans

Topping:
2 tablespoons (30 mL) sugar
2 teaspoons (10 mL) lemon juice

Directions

Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.

In mixer bowl, cream together butter and 3/4 cup (175 mL) sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add lemon rind; mix well. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk; beat until smooth. Fold in cranberries and nuts.

Pour batter into a greased 9x5x3-inch (23x13x6 cm) pan. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before turning out onto a rack to cool completely.

Combine 2 tablespoons (30 mL) sugar and lemon juice; spoon over top. Makes one loaf.

Note: This bread is best made a day before serving.

Source: http://www.saltscapes.com/index.php?option=com_zoo&task=item&item_id=349&Itemid=173

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