Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

The BEST Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Login to Save
361K views👍 9.1K
Preppy Kitchen
Preppy Kitchen
457 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Preppy Kitchen to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

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 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (210 g)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 and 1/3 cups pumpkin puree (300 g)
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 and 1/4 cups granulated sugar (250 g)
2 room temperature eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a large bowl, combine 1 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg to the dry ingredients and mix well with a whisk.

4

Set the dry mixture aside.

5

In another bowl, measure out 1 and 1/3 cups of pumpkin puree (300 g) and add 2/3 cup of vegetable oil.

6

Add 1 and 1/4 cups of granulated sugar (250 g) and 2 room temperature eggs to the pumpkin mixture.

7

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and whisk until combined.

8

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently to combine, being careful not to overmix.

9

If desired, add mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts at this point, folding them in gently.

10

Prepare a loaf pan (9x5 or 8.5x4.5) by spraying it with baking spray and lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.

11

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

12

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the center springs back when pressed.

13

Allow the pumpkin bread to cool almost completely before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

loaf panlarge bowlwhiskmeasuring cupsparchment paperbaking spray

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Allergens

glutennuts

Also Known As

Pumpkin LoafSpiced Pumpkin Bread

More Pumpkin Bread Videos

(18 videos)

Similar American Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Desserts From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)