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Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This moist and flavorful pumpkin bread is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. With warm spices and a rich pumpkin flavor, it's sure to become a fall favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast or Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 rubber spatula
  • 1 loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • 1 parchment paper (optional)
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (optional) Optional ingredient.
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (optional) Optional ingredient.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.
  • In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully incorporated.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a rubber spatula. Do not overmix; stir just until combined. If desired, fold in nuts and/or chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil in the last 15 minutes of baking.
  • Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding spices like allspice or cloves.
You can replace half of the oil with unsweetened applesauce for a lighter version.
Store the pumpkin bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.