Cranberry Pumpkin Quick Bread with Splenda

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Cranberry Pumpkin Quick Bread made with Splenda! This low-sugar recipe combines the earthiness of pumpkin purée and applesauce with the tartness of fresh cranberries, creating a perfectly moist, guilt-free loaf. Aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg lend a cozy touch, while the optional addition of pecans or walnuts adds a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare, this loaf is baked to perfection in under an hour, making it ideal for breakfast, a snack, or a holiday treat. Whether you're looking for a reduced-sugar alternative or a festive seasonal bake, this cranberry pumpkin bread is a flavorful, wholesome choice that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin purée
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup Splenda (granulated)
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Fresh or frozen cranberries (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, applesauce, and Splenda. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, and stir until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and, if desired, the nuts.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1149.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2224.1

Total Fat 48.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 186mg	0%
Sodium 2981.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 423.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 42.0g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 225.4mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1364.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.9%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 73.8%