Cranberry Soda Bread with Lime Glaze

This cranberry soda bread is a delightful blend of tart cranberries and a hint of sweetness, making it perfect for any occasion. Topped with a refreshing lime glaze, it offers a zesty finish that complements the bread's rich flavor. Enjoy it fresh from the oven for breakfast or as a snack!
This recipe is breakfast, scaled for 8 servings, with 15 min prep and 45 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 45 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 8
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include baking soda, lime juice, powdered sugar, buttermilk.
- Follow all 10 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 8 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp lime zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing well.
- Add the dried cranberries to the flour mixture and stir to distribute evenly.
- Pour in the buttermilk and mix until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a round loaf.
- Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet and cut a deep cross into the top with a sharp knife.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- While the bread is baking, prepare the lime glaze by whisking together the lime juice, powdered sugar, and lime zest in a small bowl.
- Once the bread is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before drizzling the lime glaze over the top.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.