The Ultimate Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of this ultimate pumpkin bread recipe. Bursting with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and moisture, perfect for chilly autumn days. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with cream cheese frosting, this pumpkin bread will quickly become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg