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Cranberry Pumpkin Bread Recipe

4.8 from 82 reviews

This Cranberry Pumpkin Bread combines the rich, moist texture of pumpkin bread with the tart bursts of fresh cranberries, making it a perfect autumn treat. It’s easy to prepare and bakes into a flavorful, spiced loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add pumpkin purée, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Add Cranberries: Fold in the cranberries evenly throughout the batter to distribute their tartness in every bite.
  6. Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Fresh cranberries can be substituted with frozen; no need to thaw before adding to the batter.
  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread moist and tender.
  • Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • This bread freezes well; wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Optional: Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture and flavor.

Keywords: pumpkin bread, cranberry bread, fall baking, autumn bread, pumpkin cranberry loaf