Craisin Nut Bread

This is the bread machine recipe you actually want in your rotation.

A blend of bread flour and whole wheat gives the loaf sturdy structure with a slightly nutty chew, while craisins (dried cranberries) and chopped walnuts add bursts of tart sweetness and crunch in every slice.

Walnut extract and dried orange zest are the sneaky details that elevate this from ordinary to something that fills the kitchen with an irresistible warm, citrusy aroma.

Five minutes of measuring, one press of a button, and you’re done.

Pro Tips

• Make sure your eggs are at room temperature; cold eggs can slow the yeast activity in a bread machine cycle
• If your machine has a fruit/nut add-in beep, wait for it before adding the craisins and walnuts to avoid crushing them during kneading
• This bread makes outstanding French toast the next morning, especially with a drizzle of maple syrup