Moist and Delicious Pumpkin Bread Recipe

 

Introduction: Embrace the flavors of fall with this irresistible Pumpkin Bread recipe. Moist, tender, and bursting with pumpkin spice goodness, this homemade bread is the perfect treat for cozy mornings or afternoon snacks. Whether you enjoy it plain, toasted, or with a dollop of whipped cream cheese, this pumpkin bread is sure to become a seasonal favorite in your home. Let’s dive into the recipe and start baking!

Ingredients:

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 and 1/2 cups pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and ground ginger until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Prepare Wet Ingredients:
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
    • Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
    • Stir in the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Add Optional Add-Ins:
    • If desired, fold in chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit into the batter until evenly distributed.
  6. Bake the Pumpkin Bread:
    • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve:
    • Allow the pumpkin bread to cool in the loaf pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Once cooled, slice the pumpkin bread and serve.
  8. Storage:
    • Store any leftover pumpkin bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. You can also freeze individual slices for longer storage.

Enjoy the cozy flavors of fall with every slice of this Moist and Delicious Pumpkin Bread. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season!

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