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Pumpkin Bread

Irresistibly Moist Pumpkin Bread You'll Love to Bake

This Pumpkin Bread is wonderfully moist and fluffy, perfect for cozy breakfasts or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Puree Fresh or canned
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Use flaxseed meal or applesauce for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check for freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Fine sea salt works well
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter Applesauce is a lighter option
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans) For crunch and depth
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Consider dark chocolate
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits (e.g., cranberries, raisins) Adds sweetness and chewiness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Loaf Pan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if using fresh pumpkin. Cut pumpkin in half, remove seeds, and roast cut-side down for 30–40 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin, eggs, sugar, and oil. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Ensure even distribution.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently. Do not overmix.
  5. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment. Pour batter and spread evenly.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) if not already set. Bake for 60-70 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for about an hour, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Wrap cooled bread tightly to keep it fresh and maintain moisture. Experiment with spice levels as desired.

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