Name: Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Pumpkin Purée (1 cup, canned or homemade) – The key to rich pumpkin flavor.; All-Purpose Flour (1 ¾ cups) – Creates a soft, tender crumb.; Sugar (1 cup, granulated) – Adds sweetness and moisture.; Brown Sugar (½ cup, packed) – Deepens the flavor with caramel notes.; Eggs (2 large) – Helps bind and add structure.; Vegetable Oil (½ cup) – Keeps the bread moist.; Milk (¼ cup) – Adds softness to the texture.; Vanilla Extract (1 tsp) – Enhances the overall flavor.; Baking Soda (1 tsp) – Helps the bread rise.; Baking Powder (½ tsp) – Works with baking soda for a light texture.; Salt (½ tsp) – Balances the sweetness.; Cinnamon (1 ½ tsp) – A classic warm spice.; Nutmeg (½ tsp) – Adds depth to the flavor.; Cloves (¼ tsp) – Gives a rich, spiced aroma.; Chopped Nuts (½ cup, walnuts or pecans) – For extra crunch.; Chocolate Chips (½ cup) – For a sweeter twist.; Raisins (½ cup) – Adds natural sweetness.

Description

Nothing says cozy like a warm slice of Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Bread! This classic recipe is packed with rich pumpkin flavor, warm spices, and a moist, tender crumb. Whether you enjoy it with coffee, as a snack, or as a holiday treat, this homemade pumpkin bread is sure to be a favorite.

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Ingredients

Pumpkin Purée (1 cup, canned or homemade) – The key to rich pumpkin flavor.
All-Purpose Flour (1 ¾ cups) – Creates a soft, tender crumb.
Sugar (1 cup, granulated) – Adds sweetness and moisture.
Brown Sugar (½ cup, packed) – Deepens the flavor with caramel notes.
Eggs (2 large) – Helps bind and add structure.
Vegetable Oil (½ cup) – Keeps the bread moist.
Milk (¼ cup) – Adds softness to the texture.
Vanilla Extract (1 tsp) – Enhances the overall flavor.
Baking Soda (1 tsp) – Helps the bread rise.
Baking Powder (½ tsp) – Works with baking soda for a light texture.
Salt (½ tsp) – Balances the sweetness.
Cinnamon (1 ½ tsp) – A classic warm spice.
Nutmeg (½ tsp) – Adds depth to the flavor.
Cloves (¼ tsp) – Gives a rich, spiced aroma.

Optional Add-Ins

Chopped Nuts (½ cup, walnuts or pecans) – For extra crunch.
Chocolate Chips (½ cup) – For a sweeter twist.
Raisins (½ cup) – Adds natural sweetness.

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven & Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, eggs, sugar, brown sugar, oil, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Step 4: Mix & Fold

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. If using nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins, fold them in now.

Step 5: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool & Serve

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Don’t Overmix: Stir just until combined for a soft, tender texture.
Check for Doneness: Ovens vary, so start checking at 50 minutes.
Let It Cool: Allowing it to cool helps the flavors develop fully.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Cuisine: American