Description
Pumpkin Bread is a soft, moist, and flavorful fall treat, packed with cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin puree. It’s the perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert, especially during the cooler months.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup water (optional, for extra moisture)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans) or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves (if using).
- In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and pumpkin puree until smooth. Add the vegetable oil (or melted butter) and vanilla extract, and mix until combined. If desired, add a bit of water for extra moisture.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. If desired, fold in the nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the bread is browning too quickly on top, cover it loosely with foil and continue baking.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve once it’s fully cooled.
Notes
- If using fresh pumpkin puree, make sure it’s well-cooked and mashed smooth. You may need to adjust the liquid in the recipe depending on the consistency of the puree.
- If you want a spicier flavor, increase the amount of cinnamon or add ginger, allspice, or cloves.
- This bread freezes well! Wrap it in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature when ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
