Cranberry Cream Cheese Loaf – A Neighbor-Approved Treat

Introduction

Sweet, tangy, and wonderfully moist, this Cranberry Cream Cheese Loaf is the kind of bread that gets rave reviews in minutes — just like when you bring a loaf to a neighbor! Packed with fresh cranberries and a luscious cream cheese center, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Lightened up with applesauce and Greek yogurt, it’s a healthier take on a classic loaf without sacrificing flavor.

Ingredients

For the Loaf:

  • 1 ½ cups self-rising flour (or all-purpose + 1 ½ tsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt)

  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce (instead of butter or oil)

  • ½ cup sugar substitute (monk fruit, stevia blend, or WW-approved sweetener)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (unsweetened)

Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened

  • 1 egg white

  • 2 tbsp sugar substitute

Optional Glaze (adds about 1 point per slice if used):

  • ½ cup powdered sugar substitute

  • 1–2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk or lemon juice

How to Make

  1. Preheat Oven: