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Tender Pumpkin Bread

Tender Pumpkin Bread That's Fall's Hug in a Loaf

Tender Pumpkin Bread is a delightful seasonal treat, perfect for cozy mornings or snacks, with its rich crumb and spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Provides moisture and flavor
  • 2 whole Eggs Room temperature for better mixing
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the bread
  • 0.5 cup Dark Brown Sugar Enhances flavor with molasses notes
  • 1 cup Mild Oil Vegetable or canola oil can be used
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can replace with gluten-free mix
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon Fine Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend Adds warm spice flavor
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar For sprinkling on top before baking

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pans
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tender Pumpkin Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat two 9x5-inch loaf pans with nonstick spray, then sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and oil until smooth. Add vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar; blend until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, fine salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir until well-mixed.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans and sprinkle with a bit of granulated sugar on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter. Store wrapped tightly for up to a week at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.

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