Velvet Pumpkin Bread

Velvet Pumpkin Bread is the ultimate autumn-inspired treat, offering a perfectly moist and tender crumb with a rich pumpkin flavor that's enhanced by a blend of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. This easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and brown sugar with the creamy goodness of pumpkin puree and buttermilk for an irresistibly soft texture, while optional chopped pecans or walnuts add a delightful crunch. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or as a cozy snack, this homemade pumpkin bread bakes to golden perfection in just one hour. Whether paired with your favorite fall beverage or served as a holiday gift, this flavorful loaf is sure to become a seasonal favorite. Perfect for pumpkin spice lovers and a must-try for anyone seeking the best pumpkin bread recipe this season!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

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
• 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1.75 cups pumpkin puree
• 0.75 cups vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups buttermilk
• 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. Do not overmix; stop when just combined.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Slice and serve your Velvet Pumpkin Bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1537.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4687.7

Total Fat 228.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 104.2g
Cholesterol 573.3mg	0%
Sodium 3704.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 638.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.9g	0%
Total Sugars 418.1g
Protein 56.7g	0%

Vitamin D 154.7IU	0%
Calcium 479.7mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 1820.5mg	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: 42.5%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 52.8%