Cranberry-Walnut Pumpkin Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Cranberry-Walnut Pumpkin Bread
45 min.
8
401kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Cranberry-Walnut Pumpkin Bread, a perfect treat for any morning meal, brunch, or even dessert! This vegetarian recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with the warm, comforting essence of pumpkin and spices that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.

Imagine slicing into a moist, tender loaf, revealing the vibrant orange hue of pumpkin, studded with sweetened cranberries and crunchy walnuts. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors, from the earthy notes of pumpkin pie spice to the tartness of cranberries, making it a delightful addition to your breakfast table or a cozy afternoon snack.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves eight, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends. With only 401 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delicious bread without any guilt. Whether you enjoy it plain, toasted with a pat of butter, or paired with your favorite spread, our Cranberry-Walnut Pumpkin Bread is sure to become a seasonal favorite. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a loaf that embodies the spirit of autumn!

Ingredients

  • cups flour 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.7 cup buttermilk 
  • cup pumpkin puree pure canned
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • tablespoons butter unsalted room temperature ()
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 9 1/4x5 1/4x3-inch loaf pan. Line bottom and 2 long sides with waxed paper.
  2. Whisk flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in medium bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat butter in large bowl until fluffy. Gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until blended. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time. Beat in pumpkin, then vanilla. Beat in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk in 2 additions each. Fold in cranberries and nuts.
  3. Transfer batter to pan.
  4. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar.
  5. Bake bread until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Cool bread in pan on rack 15 minutes.
  6. Cut around bread at short ends to loosen from pan. Turn bread out onto rack; peel off waxed paper. Cool bread completely. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Wrap and store at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories401kcal
Protein6.85%
Fat34.55%
Carbs58.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.01
Glycemic Load
35.24
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.272608772568%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:400.54kcal
20.03%
Fat:15.75g
24.24%
Saturated Fat:6.75g
42.16%
Carbohydrates:60.12g
20.04%
Net Carbohydrates:57.42g
20.88%
Sugar:32.87g
36.52%
Cholesterol:71.28mg
23.76%
Sodium:382.55mg
16.63%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:7.02g
14.05%
Vitamin A:5131.83IU
102.64%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.76%
Selenium:16µg
22.86%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.61%
Folate:75.34µg
18.83%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.77%
Iron:2.51mg
13.96%
Phosphorus:126.22mg
12.62%
Copper:0.22mg
10.96%
Fiber:2.7g
10.79%
Vitamin B3:2.13mg
10.63%
Calcium:86.25mg
8.62%
Magnesium:30.37mg
7.59%
Vitamin K:6.74µg
6.42%
Vitamin E:0.95mg
6.35%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.97%
Potassium:183.96mg
5.26%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.2%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.11%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.45%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.68%
Vitamin C:1.51mg
1.83%
Source:Epicurious