Pumpkin Spice Bread is a delightful treat that captures the warm flavors of fall. This recipe combines pumpkin puree with aromatic spices to create a moist and flavorful bread that’s perfect for breakfast or as a comforting snack.
- Cooking Time
2 hours - Difficulty
Easy - Cost
8$
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
- Add eggs and pumpkin:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the pumpkin puree, water, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve:
- Allow the pumpkin spice bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Pumpkin Spice Bread is a moist and flavorful treat that embodies the essence of autumn. Enjoy the warm spices and tender texture of this bread with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy and delicious experience. Happy baking!
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