Grandma's Coffee Can Pumpkin Spice Bread
This delightful Pumpkin Spice Bread, cherished through generations, is a recipe that was inspired by my grandmother and lovingly crafted by my mother. As a unique twist, we bake it in vintage coffee cans, which not only adds character to the presentation but also allows for perfect portion sizes. Bursting with warm spices and the rich flavor of pumpkin, this bread is an absolute autumn favorite. It’s easy to make, incredibly versatile, and freezes beautifully, making it the perfect companion for chilly days. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or served as dessert, this bread will surely bring warmth and joy to your table.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
3 cups (Granulated, measured)
Salad oil
1 cup (Measured)
Flour
3 1/2 cups (All-purpose, sifted)
Eggs
3 (Large, beaten)
Cinnamon
1 teaspoon (Ground)
Baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (Measured)
Baking soda
2 teaspoons (Measured)
Nutmeg
1 teaspoon (Ground)
Allspice
1 teaspoon (Ground)
Clove
1 teaspoon (Ground)
Water
1 1/2 cups (Measured)
Pecans
1 cup (Chopped)
Pumpkin
1 (15-ounce) can (Pureed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, salad oil, and eggs. Mix well until fully incorporated.
3
Add the pumpkin and water, and stir until blended.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, and clove.
5
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Fold in the chopped pecans for extra texture and flavor.
7
Prepare three empty coffee cans by greasing them lightly.
8
Divide the batter evenly among the three cans, filling each no more than halfway to allow room for rising.
9
Place the cans evenly spaced in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10
Remove the cans from the oven and allow to cool slightly before carefully removing the bread from the cans. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grandma's Coffee Can Pumpkin Spice Bread?
It is a cherished family recipe passed down through generations, uniquely baked in vintage coffee cans for a distinct presentation and portion size.
At what temperature should the oven be set?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How many coffee cans are needed for this recipe?
You will need three empty coffee cans to bake this recipe.
How much sugar is required for the batter?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of granulated sugar.
What kind of flour is used in the bread?
The recipe uses 3 and a half cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How many eggs are used in this pumpkin bread?
The recipe requires 3 large, beaten eggs.
What spices are used to flavor the bread?
The bread is flavored with 1 teaspoon each of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and clove.
How much pumpkin is needed for the recipe?
You need one 15-ounce can of pureed pumpkin.
How much water is added to the batter?
The recipe includes 1 and a half cups of water.
What type of oil should I use for baking?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of salad oil, which is a neutral vegetable oil.
Does the recipe include nuts?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 cup of chopped pecans for extra texture and flavor.
What leavening agents are used in the bread?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 2 teaspoons of baking soda.
How should I prepare the coffee cans for baking?
The three empty coffee cans should be lightly greased before adding the batter.
How full should I fill each coffee can?
Fill each coffee can no more than halfway to allow room for the bread to rise while baking.
How long does the bread need to bake?
The bread should bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How do I test if the bread is finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf; it is done if the toothpick comes out clean.
Should I mix the dry ingredients separately?
Yes, whisk the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, allspice, and clove in a separate bowl before combining with wet ingredients.
Can this pumpkin spice bread be frozen?
Yes, this bread freezes beautifully, making it a great option for meal prep or gift giving.
What is the first step in making this bread?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
How should the pecans be incorporated into the mix?
The chopped pecans should be folded into the batter at the end of the mixing process.
Is it important not to overmix the batter?
Yes, you should stir the ingredients just until they are combined to ensure the bread has a good texture.
How long should the bread cool in the cans after baking?
Allow the bread to cool slightly in the cans before carefully removing the loaves.
Where should the bread finish cooling once removed from cans?
After removing the bread from the coffee cans, let the loaves cool completely on a wire rack.
Can I serve this bread warm?
Yes, it is delicious when served warm with butter or enjoyed as a dessert.
Is this a good recipe for the autumn season?
Absolutely, the combination of pumpkin and warm spices makes it an absolute autumn favorite.
What type of pumpkin product should be used?
Use pureed pumpkin rather than pre-spiced pumpkin pie filling for this recipe.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make three individual loaves using three coffee cans.
Who inspired this specific pumpkin bread recipe?
The recipe was inspired by the author's grandmother and lovingly crafted by their mother.
What is the role of the water in this recipe?
The water is mixed with the pumpkin and other wet ingredients to create the proper batter consistency.
What does baking in coffee cans add to the bread?
Baking in vintage coffee cans adds character to the presentation and creates perfect portion sizes.