Vegan Gluten Free Cranberry Bread

Total time1 hr 35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time1 hr

This bright, tender loaf gets its bold flavor from fresh orange zest and juice, warmed through with a touch of cinnamon, while whole cranberries add pops of tartness and color to every slice. The batter comes together in two simple bowls, then folds in chopped walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch against the soft crumb. It bakes up into a deep golden top with a moist, spiced interior that slices cleanly once fully cooled. Simple pantry staples and a straightforward mix-and-bake method make this a low-fuss loaf worth keeping on repeat. It's a solid pick for a vegan kitchen, whether you're serving it for breakfast, packing it for a snack, or setting it out for guests.

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Ingredients

10 servings

2 cups gluten free flour blend
Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour Pillsbury Best Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend - 24 Oz Bob's Red Mill Baking Flour, 1 to 1, Gluten Free Pillsbury Best Gluten Free Multi-Purpose Gluten Free Flour Blend Good & Gather Gluten Free Flour Blend
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1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
Chef's tip
For each egg, mix 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp water and let it sit until it thickens. It holds ingredients together but won't make things rise - best in pancakes, muffins, and cookies.
½ cup whole milk
Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened oat milk, measured 1:1. It works well in drinks, batters, sauces, and soups; avoid it where milk sets the texture, like custards, puddings, and frozen desserts.
⅓ cup neutral oil (such as canola oil or vegetable oil)
1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 large orange)
2 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with a strip of parchment paper that overhangs the two long sides, so you can lift the loaf out cleanly.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.

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