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Homemade Pumpkin Bread

Deliciously moist pumpkin bread infused with warm spices, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Combine the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, and sugar in a large bowl until well mixed.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it with butter or nonstick spray.
  7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and do not overmix. Variation ideas include adding nuts or chocolate chips.