Description

This classic Pumpkin Bread recipe delivers a moist, flavorful loaf infused with warm autumn spices. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread combines canned pumpkin puree with fragrant cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Wet Ingredients

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent the bread from sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, ensuring all spices are evenly combined.
Combine Sugar and Oil: In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until well blended and smooth. This helps to integrate the fat and sugar for moistness.
Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time to the sugar and oil mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate air and maintain a smooth batter.
Incorporate Pumpkin and Flavorings: Stir in canned pumpkin puree, water, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated for rich flavor and moisture.
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the bread.
Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the greased loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
Cool: Remove from oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to preserve texture and flavor.

Notes

You can substitute the vegetable oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
Make sure not to overmix the batter when combining wet and dry ingredients to keep the bread tender.
Check the bread starting at 60 minutes as oven times may vary.
Store wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature.
For added texture, consider folding in 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking.