Description
Pumpkin bread is a delightful autumn treat that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe yields a moist, tender loaf perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Whether enjoyed plain or paired with cream cheese, every slice brings comfort and nostalgia, making it an ideal addition to any fall gathering. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat the pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 186
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 18mg