Cranberry-Orange Tea Ring

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This lovely and delicious tea ring combines the classic flavors of cranberry and orange to create a tender and beautiful loaf that everyone will love!

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
1 tea ring
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • ¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F (43 degrees C))

  • 1 (.25 ounce) package rapid-rise yeast

  • ¾ cup warm milk (115 degrees F (46 degrees C))

  • 1 egg

  • ¼ cup orange marmalade

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 3 cups bread flour

  • ½ cup old-fashioned oats

  • 1 teaspoon salt

Filling:

  • 1 ½ cups chopped fresh cranberries

  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 6 tablespoons water

  • 6 tablespoons chopped walnuts

  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter

  • 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 egg white

  • 1 teaspoon water

Glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon frozen orange juice concentrate

  • 1 teaspoon water, or as needed

Directions

  1. Combine warm water and yeast in a large bowl; stir to dissolve. Add warm milk, egg, marmalade, and butter. Stir to combine.

  2. Mix flour, oats, and salt together in a separate bowl. Add to yeast mixture and stir until moistened. Knead dough until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat both sides. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, combine cranberries, brown sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until cranberries begin to soften, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in walnuts, butter, and lemon juice. Let cool.

  4. Punch dough down. Roll dough into a 10x20-inch rectangle on a floured surface.

  5. Whisk egg white and water together. Brush lightly over the dough. Spread cranberry filling over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides. Roll up tightly, starting from a long edge. Seal edges and cut off any tapered sides with no filling.

  6. Transfer roll to a large square baking sheet. Join ends together to form a ring. Use sharp kitchen shears to make cuts at 1-inch intervals, cutting 2/3 of the way through the dough. Twist each slice gently to expose the swirled filling. Gently shape dough into a perfect ring. Cover and let rise until doubled, 20 to 25 minutes.

  7. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  8. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 20 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Let cool completely.

  9. Stir powdered sugar and orange juice concentrate together in a small bowl. Add enough water to reach a glaze-like consistency. Drizzle glaze over tea ring. Allow glaze to set before slicing.

Cook's Note:

Frozen cranberries can also be used.

29 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

313 Calories
9g Fat
52g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 313
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 289mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 21g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 156mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.