Whole Foods Pumpkin Bread

Embrace the cozy flavors of fall with this Whole Foods Pumpkin Bread—a moist, spiced loaf that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert! Made with real pumpkin puree and a blend of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness. The addition of unsweetened applesauce keeps the bread tender while reducing the need for extra fat, and optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips add customizable texture and flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this easy pumpkin bread features a quick prep time and bakes to golden perfection, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Serve it plain or with a dollop of butter or cream cheese for a comforting treat that’s both wholesome and indulgent. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy fall morning!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix just until combined—do not overmix.

Step 5

If using optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve plain, or with a spread of cream cheese or butter for extra indulgence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1316.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4381.5

Total Fat 177.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2881.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 680.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 459.2g
Protein 52.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 389.7mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 2102.6mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 60.1%