Gini's Pumpkin Bread

Warm, flavorful, and irresistibly moist, Gini's Pumpkin Bread is the perfect autumn-inspired treat that's just as comforting as it is easy to make. Packed with the cozy spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this recipe strikes the ideal balance of sweetness thanks to a blend of granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce. Whether you keep it classic or add optional mix-ins like crunchy pecans or melty chocolate chips, this one-bowl wonder comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection with a tender crumb. Serve this versatile loaf as a comforting breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a dessert paired with cream cheese or butter. Perfectly spiced, family-friendly, and ready to impress, Gini's Pumpkin Bread is your go-to recipe for cozy, pumpkin-packed flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and applesauce. Stir until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Add the eggs to the wet mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin puree until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix, as this can affect the bread's texture.

Step 6

If using, fold in the chopped nuts and/or chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Enjoy Gini's Pumpkin Bread on its own, or serve with a spread of butter or cream cheese for a delightful treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1279.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4025.4

Total Fat 179.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3076.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 590.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 367.1g
Protein 48.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 294.5mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 1495.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 56.6%