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Pumpkin Bread

Cultural Context

Pumpkin bread has its roots in the United States, particularly popular during the fall harvest season and around Thanksgiving. It embodies the flavors of autumn with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, making it a comforting treat. Today, pumpkin bread is enjoyed year-round, often found in cafes and bakeries, and has inspired numerous variations, including gluten-free and vegan options.

AmericanUSdessert
70 min
easy
10 servings
Servings4
1 cup lukewarm water
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup cooking oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

Applesauce reduces fat while adding moisture.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

Dark chocolate contains less sugar and more antioxidants.

1

Add sugar and active dry yeast to lukewarm water and let it sit for 15 minutes.

2

In a small saucepan, heat milk and add butter, turning off the stove to let the butter melt without burning.

3

Check the yeast after 15 minutes; if it doesn't foam, discard it as it's dead.

4

Once the butter has melted, let the mixture cool completely before adding it to the yeast.

5

Add salt and brown sugar to the mixture, then add pumpkin puree.

6

Add ground ginger and ground cinnamon, and optionally nutmeg, cloves, or allspice.

7

Gradually add just under half the required amount of all-purpose flour to create a thick batter.

8

Switch to whole wheat flour if desired, or continue with all-purpose flour for white pumpkin bread.

9

Knead the dough by hand for 8 to 10 minutes, adding more flour if it becomes too sticky, until it feels smooth and elastic.

10

Drizzle cooking oil inside the bowl, coat the dough with oil, and cover with plastic wrap.

11

Let the dough rise in a warm place for about two hours or until doubled in bulk.

12

Punch down the dough to remove air bubbles and shape it into a rectangle.

13

Cut the dough into smaller rectangles for loaves, rolling each up and tucking the ends underneath.

14

Place the shaped loaves into a greased loaf pan, and shape remaining dough into dinner rolls if desired.

15

Cover the loaves and rolls with plastic wrap or a tea towel and let them rise for another hour and a half.

16

Bake the loaves in a 350°F oven for 30 to 35 minutes and the rolls for about 20 minutes, until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutennuts

Also Known As

Pumpkin LoafSpiced Pumpkin Bread

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