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Pumpkin Bread

Delicious Pumpkin Bread Recipe for Cozy Fall Mornings

This homemade pumpkin bread is a cozy fall favorite, moist and flavorful, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree can be frozen or canned
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or substitute with whole wheat
  • 1 cup Sugar light brown sugar or maple syrup can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon or substitute with pumpkin pie spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg or customize with other spices
  • 2 Eggs or substitute with flax eggs for vegan
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil or melted coconut oil
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 0.5 cup Chocolate Chips for a decadent twist
  • 0.5 cup Nuts walnuts or pecans work well
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese for a rich layer

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add vegetable oil and whisk until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until no dry pockets remain.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top if needed.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best flavor, use pure, unsweetened pumpkin puree. Avoid overmixing to ensure a light texture.

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