It Smells Like Christmas Pumpkin Bread

Indulge in the cozy, festive flavors of the holiday season with "It Smells Like Christmas Pumpkin Bread." This irresistibly moist and spiced pumpkin loaf is infused with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, filling your kitchen with the unmistakable aroma of Christmas. Made with canned pumpkin puree and a touch of vanilla, every slice bursts with rich, comforting flavor, perfect for chilly mornings or as a holiday dessert. Optional chopped walnuts or pecans add a delightful crunch to each tender bite. Quick to prep and easy to bake in just over an hour, this recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or simply savoring with a cup of coffee. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this pumpkin bread will become your go-to treat for celebrating the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir the mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the festive aroma and taste!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3607.9

Total Fat 164.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 376.9mg	0%
Sodium 2619.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 516.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 311.0g
Protein 49.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 228.0mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 1164.3mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 55.2%