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A beautifully baked loaf of pumpkin bread on a wooden cutting board, with slices slightly fanned out.

Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This moist and flavorful pumpkin bread is perfect for fall. Easy to make and delicious to enjoy!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix pumpkin, sugars, oil, eggs, and water until combined.
  3. Whisk dry ingredients; add to wet mixture, stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in nuts if using, pour into pan, and smooth top.
  5. Bake 60-70 minutes, cool before slicing.

Notes

This pumpkin bread is perfect for fall gatherings and makes a delightful treat.