Description
This Easy Pumpkin Bread recipe is a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for autumn or any time you crave a warm, spiced treat. Made with pumpkin puree and a blend of warm spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this bread combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with brown and granulated sugars. It’s straightforward to make, requiring simple mixing and baking in the oven, resulting in a tender crumb and a deliciously aromatic loaf.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure the bread releases easily after baking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until no dry streaks remain, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour batter and smooth: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the bread: Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pumpkin bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, slice and serve.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin puree or fresh roasted pumpkin puree for best results.
- Check for doneness early to avoid overbaking which can dry out the bread.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for additional texture and flavor if desired.
- Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Bring to room temperature or warm slightly before serving for best flavor.
