Introducing the Cream Cheese Loaf with Cranberries, a festive and flavorful option that will surely impress your guests. This delightful treat is infused with rich cream cheese, fragrant vanilla, and tart cranberries, making it the perfect addition to your holiday menus.
Set the eggs, butter, and cream cheese on the countertop until they reach room temperature.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 5x9-inch loaf tin.
Beat the butter with the sugar and cream cheese using a mixer.
Beat in the vanilla and eggs one at a time.
In another bowl, mix the flour with baking soda and salt.
Combine the wet and dry mixtures in the larger bowl.
Fold in the cranberries using a wide metal spoon.
Transfer the batter into the greased loaf tin and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the cranberry loaf to cool before serving.
Notes
After preparing this delightful loaf, let it cool completely before storing. You can keep it at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped tightly.