Maureen's Pumpkin Bread
Dive into the warm, nostalgic flavors of fall with Maureen's Pumpkin Bread—a moist, irresistibly spiced quick bread that's perfect for any occasion. Infused with aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, this homestyle recipe combines the richness of canned pumpkin puree with pantry staples like all-purpose flour and granulated sugar, creating a tender, melt-in-your-mouth crumb. Customize each loaf by folding in optional add-ins like crunchy walnuts, sweet raisins, or decadent chocolate chips for a personalized twist. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, this recipe yields two generously sized loaves—ideal for sharing or freezing. Whether you serve it warm with a pat of butter or alongside a cup of coffee, Maureen's Pumpkin Bread will quickly become a family favorite. Perfect for holiday gatherings, snack time, or even breakfast, this classic pumpkin bread is an autumn essential you’ll make again and again!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 can (15 ounces) Canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.67 cup Water
- 4 Eggs
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 cup Raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans or line them with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Step 3
In a separate medium-sized bowl, mix together the canned pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, water, and eggs until smooth.
Step 4
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 5
If using chopped walnuts, raisins, or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the pans from the oven and let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
Step 9
Carefully transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2082.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6487.3 |
| Total Fat 324.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 137.7g | |
| Cholesterol 752.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5245.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 864.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 535.3g | |
| Protein 92.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 499.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 33.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3310.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories