Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with this Perfect Pumpkin Bread. Bursting with rich pumpkin goodness and aromatic spices, this moist loaf is a wonderful treat for any occasion—from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations. Easy to prepare, it fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma as it bakes, enticing everyone to savor a slice. Enjoy it as a comforting breakfast, a tasty afternoon snack, or even as a unique dessert. This recipe is perfect for meal prep or gifting, and the flavors only deepen after resting overnight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can pumpkin puree (15 ounces)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup neutral oil (such as extra virgin olive oil)
- 1 tablespoon apple juice (or vanilla extract)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine salt
- 2 tablespoons homemade pumpkin spice
- Baking spray or oil for greasing pans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease two 9×5 inch loaf pans with baking spray or oil and sprinkle each with sugar.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, apple juice (or vanilla), and both sugars until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin spice.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture while whisking until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and sprinkle tops with remaining sugar.
- Bake for 60 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before slicing to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg