Description
Pumpkin Bread is the ultimate cozy treat for fall, filling your home with the warm aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a moist, tender loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Whether you’re gathering with friends or enjoying a quiet moment with coffee, this pumpkin bread will charm everyone. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll be baking like a pro in no time!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar (mix of ½ cup white sugar and ½ cup brown sugar)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg