Description
Spiced pumpkin bread is a heartwarming loaf infused with the cozy flavors of autumn, perfect for breakfast or dessert gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mix well to eliminate lumps.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider swapping some sugar for maple syrup or honey. - You can mix in nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture. - Ensure accurate flour measurements for optimal moisture retention.