Description
Pumpkin bread is a cozy, spiced delight that captures the essence of fall in every slice. This easy-to-make recipe combines rich pumpkin puree with warm spices, resulting in a moist loaf that’s perfect for sharing during gatherings or enjoying with your morning coffee. With its inviting aroma and comforting flavor, this pumpkin bread is sure to bring smiles and create cherished memories around your kitchen table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If using nuts, fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added sweetness and flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or maple syrup as a substitute for some sugar. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days or freeze slices individually for longer storage.