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Cranberry Pistachio Bread Machine Recipe - Perfect for the Holidays!

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Donna Urso

Welcome to my easy, delicious Cranberry Pistachio Bread recipe, made effortlessly in your bread machine! 

This festive bread combines tart, dried cranberries and rich pistachios for a sweet and savory flavor that’s perfect for the holiday season or any time of year. 

Cranberry Pistachio Yeast Bread

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A loaf of crabverry pistachio yeast bread with a slice cut beside it.

Using a bread machine, you’ll get a beautifully fluffy loaf with a tender crumb, bursting with unique flavors that make this bread a real treat. Follow along to create a mouth-watering cranberry pistachio bread that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Cranberry Pistachio Bread Machine Recipe 

It's Perfectly Easy: Making bread with a bread machine is a breeze! Just add the ingredients, and let your bread machine do the work! I've written a $10 guide to help you achieve consistent bread-making results, Bread Machine Success Without Guesswork.

Festive & Delicious: Great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.

Healthy & Flavorful: Pistachios add protein and crunch, while cranberries give a natural sweetness.

What You’ll Need

- Bread flour: Bread flour has more protein than all-purpose flour for better texture.

- Dried cranberries: Fpr sweetness and texture.

- Shelled pistachios: Choose green pistachios for festive color.

- Brown sugar: You can substitute granulated sugar.

- Warm water: You can substitute warm milk.

- Unsalted butter: Room temperature.

- Bread Machine Yeast: has been formulated for use in your bread machine.

How to Make Cranberry Pistachio Bread 

In this video, I’ll show you how to make cranberry pistachio bread from scratch in your bread machine. From prepping the ingredients to choosing the right bread cycle, You'll see it all to ensure your bread comes out soft, flavorful, and perfectly baked every time.  

Bread Machine Tips for Success

A bread machine can be a wonderful addition to your kitchen, but it's important to understand a few key tips to ensure consistent success. Here are some essential pointers:
A woman in the kitchen chopping pistachio nuts. A bread machine is on the counter.

Read Your Manual: Before you start baking, take the time to read your bread machine's manual. Different models have specific instructions and settings, so it's crucial to familiarize yourself with your machine's unique features.

Measure Accurately: Precise measurements are key to successful bread baking. Use measuring cups and spoons, and level off ingredients to avoid over- or under-measuring.

Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients, especially yeast, make a significant difference in the quality of your bread. Check expiration dates and store yeast in a cool, dry place.

Maintain Proper Water Temperature: The water temperature you use can affect the dough's fermentation process. Most bread machines have specific temperature recommendations, so follow them closely.

Choose the Right Cycle: Your bread machine likely offers various cycles for different types of bread. Select the appropriate cycle based on the recipe you're using.

Don't Open the Lid During the Rising Process: Resist the temptation to peek inside the machine during the rising phase. Opening the lid can disrupt the temperature and humidity, affecting the dough's rise.

Clean Your Machine Regularly: After each use, clean your bread machine's bread pan and paddle. This prevents food particles from building up and affecting future batches.

By following these tips, you'll be well on your way to baking delicious, homemade bread with your bread machine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use fresh cranberries instead of dried ones?  

A: Fresh cranberries are too moist for this recipe. Dried cranberries provide the right texture and sweetness.  

Q: What type of bread machine works best?  

A: Any standard bread machine should work well with this recipe. Just follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding ingredients in the proper order.  

Here's the bread machine I use.

The Cranberry Pistachio Bread Recipe

fall yeast bread, holiday bread, Christmas bread, cranberry bread
bread
American
Yield: 12
Author: Donna Urso
Cranberry Pistachio Yeast Bread

Cranberry Pistachio Yeast Bread

A fabulous yeast bread you'll all year round but especially in the fall. It's delightful as toast on a cool fall morning and as a holiday breakfast toast.
Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 30 MinInactive time: 120 MinTotal time: 2 H & 35 M

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Place the ingredients in the bread machine in the order indicated, reserving the raisins until indicated by your machine or between kneading sessions.
  2. Select the dough cycle.
  3. Press start.
  4. Check your dough's consistency about 5 minutes into the cycle. If it is too loose, add flour a tablespoon at a time. If it is too dry, add water a tablespoon at a time. Add the cranberries and pistachios.
  5. At the end of the dough cycle, grease a metal loaf pan. Remove the dough from the pan, form it into a loaf, and place it in the greased pan.
  6. Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap that you have sprayed lightly with oil.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Let the bread rise to about an inch above the top of the pan.
  8. Bake the bread for about 30 minutes until the crust is browned and the internal temperature is 190 degrees F.
  9. Brush the top crust with melted butter and remove the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Wrap in plastic wrap for storage once completely cooled.

Notes

When fully baking this bread in your bread machine, use the sweet bread cycle and follow your bread machine's directions.

Recommended Products

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

170

Fat (grams)

4 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

1 g

Carbs (grams)

30 g

Fiber (grams)

2 g

Net carbs

28 g

Sugar (grams)

6 g

Protein (grams)

5 g

Sodium (milligrams)

100 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

5 mg

Nutritional information is approximate.

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