Description
Creamy pumpkin spice bread delivers autumn’s warmth with perfect spice balance. Rich seasonal ingredients blend seamlessly for a comforting slice you’ll savor to the last crumb.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Spices:
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
Leavening Agents:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350°F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with grease or parchment paper for optimal release.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl, whisking flour, leavening agents, spices, and salt until thoroughly integrated.
- In a separate larger bowl, blend pumpkin puree with oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, creating a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated to maintain a tender bread texture.
- Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a level surface.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center.
- Allow bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack to prevent moisture buildup and complete the cooling process.
Notes
- Swap out all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the same tender texture.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for extra crunch and nutty depth without compromising the bread’s soft interior.
- Reduce sugar by using half brown sugar and half granulated sugar to create a more complex, caramel-like sweetness that complements the pumpkin.
- Enhance moisture by storing the cooled bread in an airtight container with a slice of apple, which helps maintain softness for several days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 208 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 169 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg