Keto Cranberry Cream Cheese Soft Bread is a delightful and low-carb take on the classic sweet bread. This recipe is perfect for those following a ketogenic or low-carb diet but craving a bit of sweetness. The bread is incredibly soft, thanks to the addition of cream cheese, and the tartness of cranberries balances the sweetness beautifully. Whether you enjoy it as a breakfast treat or a dessert, this Keto Cranberry Cream Cheese Soft Bread is sure to satisfy your cravings without the guilt. Let’s get started:
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Recipe: Keto Cranberry Cream Cheese Soft Bread
Ingredients:
For the Bread:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol or your preferred low-carb sweetener
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 oz (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
For the Icing (Optional):
- 1/2 cup powdered erythritol
- 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions:
1. Preheat Your Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, granulated erythritol, baking powder, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until you have a smooth batter.
5. Add Cranberries:
- Gently fold in the fresh or frozen cranberries. If using frozen cranberries, no need to thaw them.
6. Transfer to Loaf Pan:
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The exact time may vary, so keep an eye on it.
8. Cool:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Make the Icing (Optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered erythritol, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth icing. Adjust the milk amount for your desired consistency.
10. Ice the Bread (Optional):
- Once the bread has cooled, drizzle the icing over the top.
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Nutrition Facts
(12 Servings):
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 6g
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Can you use craisins instead of fresh/frozen cranberries?
Can I use dry cranberry?