Description
Delight in the cozy flavors of fall with this moist and aromatic homemade pumpkin bread, perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce (optional for moisture)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or baking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: beat the eggs, then add vegetable oil, applesauce, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until combined, being cautious not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula and tapping gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
- Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For lighter alternatives, consider using unsweetened applesauce or Greek yogurt instead of vegetable oil, and gluten-free flour to cater to dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg