Old Fashioned Pumpkin Nut Loaf

Transport yourself to the cozy flavors of fall with this Old Fashioned Pumpkin Nut Loaf, a timeless recipe that blends warm spices, rich pumpkin puree, and crunchy walnuts or pecans to create a moist, fragrant bread bursting with seasonal charm. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of cloves, this easy-to-make loaf comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a holiday dessert, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or a slather of creamy spread for a treat that's as comforting as it is irresistible. Whether you're celebrating autumn or simply craving a slice of homemade goodness, this pumpkin nut loaf has all the flavors to make your kitchen the coziest spot in the house.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 0.25 cups water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk the dry ingredients until well blended.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove it and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve! This loaf pairs wonderfully with a spread of butter or cream cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1166.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3825.4

Total Fat 183.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 376.9mg	0%
Sodium 2845.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 520.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 312.4g
Protein 55.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 261.0mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 1294.9mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 52.6%