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Three thick, rustic slices of moist pumpkin bread stacked on a plate, showing the tender crumb and dark, spiced crust. This homemade pumpkin bread is perfect for autumn.

Moist Pumpkin Bread Recipe (The Only One You'll Ever Need)

This Moist Pumpkin Bread Recipe is incredibly easy to make and yields a perfectly spiced, tender loaf every time. Using oil and pumpkin puree ensures it stays moist for days!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Bread
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree 100% pure pumpkin, not pie filling
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Canola oil also works well
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature preferred
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

Equipment

  • 1 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Wire cooling rack

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until everything is smooth and fully combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are okay.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick or wooden skewer into the center of the loaf. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Then, carefully remove the loaf from the pan and let it cool completely on the wire rack before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, make sure your spices are fresh for the most vibrant flavor.
Feel free to add 1 cup of chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
The bread is even more moist and flavorful the next day!
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