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Pumpkin Bread: Moist and Spiced Classic Recipe


  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 16 slices 1x

Description

Pumpkin Bread is a moist, spiced quick bread bursting with pumpkin flavor and warm autumn spices. Featuring a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, this homemade loaf is easy to make and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gifting. Add-in options like chocolate chips or pecans make it easy to customize for any palate, and each slice stays soft for days.


Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 8×4 loaf pans or one 9×5 loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
  3. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
  4. Mix in the pumpkin puree and water until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
  6. If desired, fold in the mini chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes for two small pans or 65-75 minutes for one large pan, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Substitute whole wheat or gluten-free flour for a healthier or allergy-friendly version; swap vegetable oil with melted coconut oil or unsweetened applesauce to reduce fat. You can omit nuts or chocolate chips, or add dried cranberries. Pumpkin Bread can be made ahead: wrap cooled loaves tightly and store at room temperature for 3 days, or freeze up to 3 months. If bread sinks, check baking soda freshness and oven temperature accuracy. For best texture, avoid overmixing batter.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg