This homemade pumpkin bread recipe is a must-have for the fall season. It's moist, flavorful, and packed with warm spices that will fill your kitchen with a cozy aroma. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or as a dessert after dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- In a large bowl, cream together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the pumpkin puree.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin bread is a popular treat during the fall season and is often enjoyed with a cup of hot apple cider.
You can customize this recipe by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or a streusel topping for extra flavor and texture.