Description
This Pumpkin Bread is rich and buttery, perfect for fall mornings or as a cozy dessert. The combination of spices and pureed pumpkin creates a moist and flavorful loaf that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 ⅔ cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup softened unsalted butter
- ½ cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the pumpkin puree, warm milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter. Make sure your pumpkin puree is not spiced or sweetened for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread, Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Bread, Rich and Buttery, Quick Bread, Fall Desserts, American Cuisine