Indulge in the goodness of pumpkin with this moist and flavorful pumpkin bread recipe. This recipe adds a twist to the classic pumpkin bread by incorporating a secret ingredient that takes it to a whole new level. Perfect for fall or any time of the year, this bread is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to make and packed with warm spices, this pumpkin bread will fill your home with a delightful aroma and leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until well blended.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the pumpkin puree and buttermilk until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
- If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the delicious pumpkin bread. Enjoy!
