Yes. However, if you plan on chopping the cranberries, it is far easier to use frozen ones because you can simply throw them in a food processor. They will slice perfectly and not just squish like fresh ones will. I buy fresh bags but always freeze them before using them.
Generally speaking, yes, dates could substitute for prunes in a quick bread or loaf cake recipe.
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