Vegan Cranberry Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this delicious Vegan Cranberry Pumpkin Bread! This recipe transforms a classic into a healthier, plant-based delight. Moist pumpkin, tart cranberries, and a hint of orange zest create a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The secret? Baking it in a cake pan for a superior texture! Low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free, this bread is guilt-free indulgence at its finest. Perfect for Thanksgiving, fall gatherings, or a cozy afternoon treat. Try it with extra cranberries and less sugar for an even more vibrant flavor profile!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 136.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegan Cranberry Pumpkin Bread

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How to Make Vegan Cranberry Pumpkin Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour a 9x9 inch square cake pan.
  2. In a food processor, pulse 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries until roughly quartered. Transfer to a small bowl.
  3. In the same food processor, combine: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon salt. Pulse to combine. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together: 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, ¾ cup maple syrup or agave nectar, ½ cup unsweetened applesauce, ¼ cup canola oil (or vegetable oil), 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon orange zest (optional).
  5. Gently fold in the dry ingredients and the prepared cranberries into the wet ingredients, using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the bread has pulled slightly away from the sides of the pan.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

1g

Carbs

7g

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