By Bring Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf to your table with an easy method and crowd-pleasing taste. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings alike.
Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf captures the essence of meals while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups flour
2 cups cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 1/2 cups sugar
1cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
18 oz. package cream cheese, room temperature
4 eggs, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
How To Make Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf
Preheat your oven to 350º F. Lightly grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or butter.
Use a mixer and combine butter, cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl. Beat
in eggs, one at a time and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, you will want to whisk together the baking soda, flour and salt. Once combined, slowly mix the dry ingredients together with the wet ingredients. Make sure you stir until it’s completely combined together.
Now you will want to gently fold in cranberries before pouring your mixture
into your prepared baking dish.
Time to bake! Place your loaf into the oven and bake for about 60 – 70 minutes. You will know it’s done by placing a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, you can remove it from the oven. Don’t forget to let it cook about 15 minutes before serving.
PREPARATION STEPS
Preheat your oven to 350º F. Lightly grease a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or butter.
1cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
How To Make Cream Cheese Cranberry Loaf
Use a mixer and combine butter, cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl. Beat
in eggs, one at a time and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, you will want to whisk together the baking soda, flour and salt
Once combined, slowly mix the dry ingredients together with the wet ingredients
Make sure you stir until it’s completely combined together.
Now you will want to gently fold in cranberries before pouring your mixture
Time to bake! Place your loaf into the oven and bake for about 60 – 70 minutes
You will know it’s done by placing a toothpick into the center
If it comes out clean, you can remove it from the oven
Don’t forget to let it cook about 15 minutes before serving.
ORIGIN STORY
Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.
META INFOS
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 35 min | Servings: 4 | Calories: ~300 kcal | Difficulty: Easy
BENEFITS
Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.
OCCASIONS
Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep
VARIATIONS
Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.
PAIRING
Green salad; Roasted vegetables; Rice or bread
STORAGE
Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
TIPS
Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.
