Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, optional
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins, optional
How to Make Pumpkin Bread
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin spice, and cinnamon.
In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread soft.
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Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, cranberries, or raisins if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Tips for the Best Pumpkin Bread
- Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Don’t overmix the batter.
- Brown sugar can add deeper flavor.
- Add chocolate chips for a sweeter dessert-style loaf.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
This Pumpkin Bread is cozy, moist, and full of classic fall flavor. Whether served plain, with butter, or with a hot cup of coffee, it’s an easy homemade recipe perfect for any season.
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