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Perfect Pumpkin Bread Recipe for Your Fall Baking Joy!

Perfect Pumpkin Bread Recipe for Your Fall Baking List!

A delightful and moist pumpkin bread recipe perfect for fall baking, filled with warm spices and a rich pumpkin flavor.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 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
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store leftover pumpkin bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • This bread can be frozen for up to 3 months; wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing.
  • For added flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or dried cranberries to the batter.

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