This easy pumpkin bread recipe utilizes a full can of pumpkin puree, making it a perfect choice for fall baking recipes. It’s moist, flavorful, and ideal for enjoying as a delicious snack or dessert.

Homemade pumpkin bread is a classic fall baked good that fills your kitchen with warm aromas. This pumpkin loaf is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed fresh or toasted with butter.

Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This pumpkin bread features a rich blend of spices and a full can of pumpkin puree, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 slices, making it a great addition to your collection of baked dessert recipes.

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
5. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the pumpkin bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 8 slices
• Calories: 220kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 30g