Libby’s Pumpkin Cranberry Bread is a delightful treat that blends the warm spices of autumn with the tartness of fresh cranberries. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a delightful breakfast option, the recipe is simple yet delicious, making it a must-try for any baking enthusiast.
When it comes to ingredient substitutions, you can use whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor or swap in some applesauce for half of the vegetable oil to cut down on fat. If cranberries are not your thing, dried cranberries or even chocolate chips could add a different twist. Always check for any allergies, especially with the eggs and the canned pumpkin, which should be sourced carefully to avoid any additives.
Bread & Rolls
Libby’s Pumpkin Cranberry Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 (15 ounce) can Libby’s canned pumpkin
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans to keep the bread from sticking.
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 5 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.
- In another large mixer bowl, combine 3 cups of granulated sugar, 1 (15 ounce) can of Libby’s canned pumpkin, 4 eggs, 1 cup of vegetable oil, and 1/2 cup of orange juice; beat the ingredients until just blended.
- Add the pumpkin mixture to the flour mixture and stir just until moistened; be careful not to overmix, as that can lead to a dense bread.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh cranberries, making sure they’re evenly distributed without breaking them apart.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pans, dividing it evenly between the two.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean—a true test of doneness.
- Cool the loaves in the pans on wire racks for about 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and allow to cool completely on the racks.