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Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
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In large mixing bowl, use a mixer to cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until smooth and combined, 1-2 minutes. Add the eggs and beat for a minute longer, until the mixture is pale and fluffy. Add the sour cream, orange juice, and orange zest. Continue to beat on medium-high speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed, until fully incorporated.
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Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt to the bowl. Beat the mixture on medium-low speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, until just combined. Do not over-mix.
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Fold in the cranberries and walnuts, then pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
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Bake the bread on middle rack of oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 55-65 minutes.
PRO TIP Using an older oven? Rotate the pan halfway through cook time to ensure a more even heat distribution.
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Check to see that bread is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then release the bread from the pan onto a cooling rack. Allow to cool for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.