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Slices of freshly baked pumpkin bread arranged on a white platter, with a soft and moist texture visible.

Pumpkin Bread

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This soft and flavorful pumpkin bread is filled with cinnamon spices and an optional chocolate chip twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1and ¾ cups 219g all-purpose flour spooned & leveled
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the bread rise
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon adds a warm spicy flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg enhances the spice blend
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves adds depth of flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger gives a slight sharpness
  • ¾ teaspoon salt balances the sweetness
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature for better mixing
  • ½ cup 100g granulated sugar sweetens the batter
  • ¾ cup 150g packed light or dark brown sugar adds moisture and flavor
  • 1and ½ cups 340g pumpkin puree canned or fresh provides flavor and moisture
  • ½ cup 120ml vegetable oil or canola oil or melted coconut oil for moisture
  • ¼ cup 60ml orange juice adds citrusy brightness
  • ⅔ cup 120g semi-sweet chocolate chips optional for extra sweetness and texture

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and position the rack in the lower third of the oven. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Mix in the pumpkin puree, oil, and orange juice.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. If desired, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 60–65 minutes, loosely covering the bread with foil halfway through to prevent over-browning. Start checking with a toothpick at the 55-minute mark. The bread is done when a toothpick comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This pumpkin bread is perfect for fall! Add chocolate chips for a sweet treat, or leave it plain for a more traditional loaf.

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