COLORFUL CRANBERRY PUMPKIN BREAD

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This is a fun way to use pumpkin and cranberries, two ingredients that pop up regularly on holiday menus. The bread has a fine texture and pretty color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
4-1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3 teaspoons baking soda
2-1/4 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 cups dried cranberries
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each loaf):
2 large eggs
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup orange juice
GLAZE (optional):
1 cup confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons whole milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 3 batches (about 10-1/2 cups total)., To prepare bread: Place 3-1/2 cups mix in a large bowl. In another bowl, combine the eggs, pumpkin, oil and orange juice; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Pour into a greased and floured 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.