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A loaf of perfectly baked pumpkin bread with a smooth, golden-brown crust on a wooden cutting board.

Perfect Pumpkin Bread Recipe

A moist and flavorful pumpkin bread perfect for fall, combining warm spices and nuts for a delightful treat.
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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
  

Dry ingredients
  • 1 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
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Combine wet ingredients in another bowl.
  3. Gradually add dry to wet, mixing until just combined. Fold in nuts if using.
  4. Pour batter into pan and bake for 60-65 minutes. Cool before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of ginger or allspice.