Pumpkin Patch Bread

Celebrate the cozy flavors of fall with this irresistible Pumpkin Patch Bread, a moist and tender loaf brimming with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Made with wholesome pumpkin puree, rich brown sugar, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and comfort. Optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or mini chocolate chips add a delightful crunch or a hint of decadence, making it endlessly customizable. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and baked to golden perfection, this autumn favorite is perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a festive dessert. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or cream cheese and watch it disappear! Perfect for pumpkin season, this loaf is a must-have addition to your fall baking lineup.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

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
• 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 1 cups pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 0.5 cups mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in dense bread.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Begin checking for doneness at the 55-minute mark.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve the Pumpkin Patch Bread as is, or with a spread of butter or cream cheese for added indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1416.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4676.0

Total Fat 208.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.1g
Cholesterol 376.9mg	0%
Sodium 2905.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 688.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.2g	0%
Total Sugars 469.2g
Protein 61.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 420.7mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 1768.8mg	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: 38.5%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 56.5%