Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade pumpkin bread—your new go-to recipe for fall baking. This quick bread is incredibly soft and moist, thanks to the rich pumpkin puree and a touch of melted butter. Enhanced with a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, it pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or an afternoon cup of tea. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet moment at home, this delightful loaf will bring joy to any occasion. Plus, it’s easy to customize with nuts or chocolate chips for an extra special touch!
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a loaf pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, pumpkin puree, honey (or syrup), eggs, milk, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix white whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg