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Costco Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe

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This Costco Cranberry Walnut Bread recipe combines a delightful balance of tart dried cranberries and crunchy walnuts with a hint of sea salt and honey, resulting in a flavorful, moist loaf. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this homemade bread boasts a beautiful golden crust and a tender crumb, making it a satisfying treat that pairs wonderfully with butter or cream cheese.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups + 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 3/8 cup dried cranberries
  • 3/8 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1.5 teaspoons pure honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon Platinum Yeast from Red Star instant yeast

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large pot, combine the all-purpose flour and coarse sea salt thoroughly ensuring even distribution of the salt to enhance flavor.
  2. Add Cranberries and Nuts: Stir in the dried cranberries and chopped walnuts or pecans until well incorporated into the flour mixture to ensure they are evenly spread throughout the bread.
  3. Prepare Yeast Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine warm water and pure honey. Add the instant yeast and let it rest for 5-10 minutes until frothy, indicating active yeast development.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Pour the yeast mixture into the pot with the dry ingredients and stir to form a rough dough, ensuring all components are blended.
  5. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten for structure.
  6. First Dough Rise: Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl and cover with a towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the bread.
  8. Shape the Loaf: Punch down the risen dough to expel air bubbles then shape it into a loaf on parchment paper to maintain structure while baking.
  9. Second Dough Rise: Transfer the shaped loaf (on parchment) to a baking sheet and allow it to rise again for 20 minutes to develop a light texture.
  10. Bake the Bread: Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes until the top turns golden brown and a hollow sound is heard when tapped.
  11. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool completely before slicing to avoid a gummy texture and to allow flavors to set.

Notes

  • Ensure water is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease transfer to baking sheet.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans depending on preference.
  • Letting the bread cool before slicing is key to maintain texture.
  • Sea salt adds a savory contrast to the sweetness of cranberries and honey.

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