Description
A simple and rewarding pumpkin bread recipe that combines the flavors of fall with a moist texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar (brown or granulated)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Whisk until evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: oil, pumpkin puree, and eggs. Stir until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. If using, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in your preheated oven for about 60 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, use whole wheat flour or replace half the sugar with unsweetened applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg