Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest.

Toss cranberries into the dry mixture to prevent them from sinking while baking.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk eggs, orange juice, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4: Combine & Mix

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, folding gently. Do not overmix—a few lumps are okay!

Step 5: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool & Serve

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice and enjoy!