Delicious Orange Pumpkin Bread Recipe

This Orange Pumpkin Bread is a perfect combination of citrusy tanginess and earthy pumpkin flavor. It is moist, fragrant, and perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The addition of orange zest adds a refreshing twist to the traditional pumpkin bread recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in pumpkin puree, orange juice, and orange zest.
6. Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
7. 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.
8. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

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