Cranberry Pumpkin Bliss Bread
This Cranberry Pumpkin Bliss Bread is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days and is perfect for sharing with family and friends. With its moist texture and delightful blend of warm spices, this bread captures the essence of fall in every slice. The use of canned whole berry cranberry sauce ensures you can enjoy this delicious treat year-round, even when fresh cranberries are out of season. The rich pumpkin flavor harmonizes beautifully with the tartness of the cranberries, and a hint of orange and vanilla adds a subtle brightness. Whether served warm with a pat of butter, paired with homemade pumpkin butter, or topped with a sweet glaze, this quick bread is sure to become a cherished recipe in your collection. Enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or dessert—it's versatile enough for any occasion!
16
Servings
N/A
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
3 1/2 cups (sifted)
sugar
1 2/3 cups
baking soda
2 teaspoons
baking powder
1 teaspoon
salt
3/4 teaspoon
cinnamon
1 tablespoon (ground)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
allspice
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
ginger
1 teaspoon (ground)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
orange extract
1 teaspoon
whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (16 ounce) can
pumpkin puree
1 (16 ounce) can
vegetable oil
2/3 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease two 9-inch loaf pans with butter or cooking spray.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger. Whisk them together until well blended.
4
In another large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: cranberry sauce, pumpkin, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange extract until smooth and fully combined.
5
Carefully pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—be careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
6
Divide the batter evenly between the two greased loaf pans.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes or until a sharp knife or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
If the loaves start to brown too much on the edges, cover them lightly with aluminum foil during the last 20 minutes of baking.
9
Once baked, allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10
For the optional glaze, mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1/4 cup of orange juice concentrate and 1/8 teaspoon of allspice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled loaves for a glossy finish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cranberry Pumpkin Bliss Bread?
It is a moist quick bread featuring a blend of warm spices, pumpkin, and canned whole berry cranberry sauce, perfect for fall.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe makes two 9-inch loaves.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long do I bake the bread?
Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a sharp knife or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What should I do if the loaf edges brown too quickly?
Cover them lightly with aluminum foil during the last 20 minutes of baking.
How should I prepare the loaf pans?
Grease two 9-inch loaf pans with butter or cooking spray.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
The recipe yields 16 servings.
Can I serve this bread for breakfast?
Yes, it is versatile enough for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
What dry ingredients are required?
The dry ingredients include all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger.
What wet ingredients are needed?
The wet ingredients include cranberry sauce, pumpkin, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange extract.
How much pumpkin puree is used?
The recipe calls for one 16-ounce can of pumpkin puree.
What type of cranberry sauce is best?
Use canned whole berry cranberry sauce for a moist texture that can be enjoyed year-round.
How much cranberry sauce do I need?
You need one 16-ounce can of whole berry cranberry sauce.
What flavor extracts provide the brightness in this bread?
Vanilla extract and orange extract are used to add a subtle brightness to the bread.
Which spices give it a warm fall flavor?
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger provide the characteristic fall spice profile.
How should the batter be mixed?
Combine dry ingredients in one bowl, wet in another, then gently stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
Why shouldn't I overmix the batter?
Stirring gently until just combined keeps the bread tender; overmixing can lead to a tougher texture.
How do I test if the bread is fully baked?
Insert a sharp knife or toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the bread is done.
How long should the loaves cool in the pans?
Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before moving them to wire racks.
Is there an optional topping for this bread?
Yes, you can make an optional glaze using powdered sugar, orange juice concentrate, and allspice.
What are the ingredients for the optional glaze?
Mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with 1/4 cup of orange juice concentrate and 1/8 teaspoon of allspice.
When should I apply the glaze?
Drizzle the glaze over the loaves only after they have cooled completely for a glossy finish.
How much flour is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Does the flour need to be prepared in a specific way?
Yes, the ingredient list specifies that the flour should be sifted.
What kind of oil is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 2/3 cup of vegetable oil.
Can this bread be made when fresh cranberries are out of season?
Yes, because it uses canned cranberry sauce, you can enjoy it any time of year.
What can I serve with a slice of this bread?
It is delicious served warm with butter or paired with homemade pumpkin butter.
Is this a yeast-based bread?
No, it is a quick bread that uses baking soda and baking powder as leavening agents.
How much sugar is included in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1 2/3 cups of sugar.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
Main tags include quick bread, pumpkin bread, cranberry bread, fall recipes, and comfort food.