Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of fall with this delightful Cranberry Pumpkin Chip Bread. Made with the perfect blend of pumpkin, cranberries, and chocolate chips, this bread is moist, tender, and bursting with seasonal goodness. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will leave you craving for more. With just a few simple steps, you can easily whip up this homemade bread and savor the taste of autumn anytime.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the cranberries, chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are native to North America and are a popular ingredient in Thanksgiving dishes.
Pumpkin is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious addition to this bread.
The combination of cranberries, pumpkin, and chocolate chips creates a delightful balance of tartness, sweetness, and richness in every bite.