Pumpkin Spice Bread is a deliciously moist and aromatic loaf that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. Bursting with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, this bread is infused with rich pumpkin puree, giving it a tender crumb and a beautiful orange hue. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweetness and spice, making it a perfect treat for cozy mornings, afternoon tea, or as a dessert. This easy-to-make bread can be enjoyed plain, with a smear of butter, or even with a dollop of cream cheese. Whether you’re preparing it for a fall gathering, a holiday feast, or just a simple treat for yourself, Pumpkin Spice Bread is a comforting, seasonal favorite that’s sure to delight.
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until well combined. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean. If the top of the bread starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice the Pumpkin Spice Bread and serve it plain, with a spread of butter, or with cream cheese.
Enjoy this Pumpkin Spice Bread as a cozy and flavorful treat that’s perfect for any fall day. Its warm spices and moist texture make it a beloved seasonal favorite that everyone will love!
