Super Moist Pumpkin Bread Recipe
This Super Moist Pumpkin Bread is a delightful fall treat, featuring rich pumpkin puree and warm spices. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it offers a tender crumb and wonderful aroma with optional nuts for added texture.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
- Total Time: 70-80 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin purée
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
Optional
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Preheat the oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). As the oven warms up, grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Crack in the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly combined.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or spoon just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender. If using nuts, fold them in at this stage evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour into the pan: Transfer the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and slice: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Be gentle when mixing wet and dry ingredients to avoid a dense bread.
- Adjust baking time slightly if using a different size loaf pan.
- Use fresh pumpkin pie spice or make your own blend for best flavor.
- Walnuts or pecans are optional but add a nice crunch.
- Store leftover bread wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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