Description
This classic Pumpkin Bread recipe delivers a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for autumn gatherings. Made with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and enriched with pumpkin puree, this bread is easy to prepare in just one bowl and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it offers a cozy taste of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
Wet Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup canola oil (or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to preheat at 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature by the time your batter is ready.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice until evenly mixed.
- Mix wet ingredients: Create a well in the center of your dry ingredients. Pour in the eggs, canola oil, milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree. Whisk the wet ingredients together for about 30 seconds to blend well.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare the loaf pan: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake the bread: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. After this initial baking, cover the loaf loosely with tin foil to prevent excessive browning on top.
- Continue baking: Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean, indicating that the bread is fully baked.
- Cool and serve: Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Nothing says fall like a soft piece of homemade pumpkin bread — this recipe is packed with warm spices and pumpkin flavor, perfect for autumn occasions.
- Made in just one bowl, this pumpkin bread is super easy and quick to prepare in under an hour.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs to ensure even mixing.
- Covering the bread with foil halfway through baking prevents it from getting too dark on top.
- Store the bread wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/16 of loaf)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
