Spiced Pumpkin Delight Bread
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this delectable Spiced Pumpkin Delight Bread. Packed with the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this moist and fluffy bread features fresh pumpkin puree that infuses each slice with rich flavor. Perfect for breakfast, delightful as an afternoon snack, or great for sharing at gatherings, this recipe yields two generous loaves. Spread a generous layer of cream cheese for an indulgent treat—you won't need anything else! Freeze the second loaf for a future pumpkin spice craving, but be warned: it might not last long!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Canned pumpkin
2 cups (Puree)
Sugar
3 cups (Granulated)
Water
1 cup (Room temperature)
Vegetable oil
1 cup (N/A)
Eggs
4 large (Beaten)
All-purpose flour
3 1/3 cups (Sifted)
Baking soda
2 teaspoons (N/A)
Cinnamon
2 teaspoons (Ground)
Salt
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Baking powder
1 teaspoon (N/A)
Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (Ground)
Ground cloves
3/4 teaspoon (Ground)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned pumpkin, sugar, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Using a whisk or electric mixer, blend the mixture until smooth and fully incorporated.
3
In a separate bowl, measure and sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, and ground cloves. Mix to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.
4
Gradually add the dry mixture to the pumpkin mixture, stirring gently until smooth and well combined. Avoid over-mixing.
5
Prepare two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans by greasing them thoroughly and dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
6
Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes.
9
Carefully invert the loaf pans onto a wire rack to remove the bread, tapping the bottoms lightly.
10
Slice into thick pieces and serve plain, with butter, or slathered with cream cheese for the ultimate indulgence!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What flavor profile does this bread have?
It features warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with rich pumpkin flavor.
What is the yield of this recipe?
This recipe makes two generous loaves of bread.
What temperature should the oven be?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How much pumpkin is required?
You will need 2 cups of canned pumpkin puree.
What type of sugar is used?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of granulated sugar.
What liquid is used besides oil?
One cup of room temperature water is included in the mixture.
How much oil is in the bread?
The recipe requires 1 cup of vegetable oil.
How many eggs are used?
You will need 4 large beaten eggs.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 3 and 1/3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What is the amount of baking soda?
You need 2 teaspoons of baking soda.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe includes 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
What amount of salt is required?
Use 1 teaspoon of salt.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
What is the measurement for nutmeg?
You will need 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How much ground cloves should be added?
The recipe calls for 3/4 teaspoon of ground cloves.
How should the wet ingredients be mixed?
Blend the pumpkin, sugar, water, oil, and eggs until smooth and fully incorporated using a whisk or electric mixer.
How should the dry ingredients be prepared?
Measure and sift the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, and cloves together in a separate bowl.
What is the best way to combine the wet and dry mixtures?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the pumpkin mixture, stirring gently until smooth without over-mixing.
What size loaf pans are needed?
You should use two 9 by 5 inch loaf pans.
How do you prepare the pans for baking?
Grease the pans thoroughly and dust them with flour to prevent the bread from sticking.
How do you divide the batter?
Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
What is the total baking time?
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes.
How do you check if the bread is done?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the bread is done.
How long should the bread cool in the pan?
Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 to 15 minutes after removing them from the oven.
How do you remove the bread from the pans?
Carefully invert the pans onto a wire rack and tap the bottoms lightly to release the loaves.
What are some serving suggestions?
Serve the bread thick-sliced, plain, with butter, or with a layer of cream cheese.
Is this bread suitable for freezing?
Yes, you can freeze the second loaf for a future pumpkin spice craving.
What is the texture of this bread?
The recipe produces a moist and fluffy bread.
What occasions is this bread good for?
It is perfect for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or sharing at holiday gatherings.
Why should I sift the dry ingredients?
Sifting ensures the even distribution of leavening agents and spices throughout the flour for a consistent bake.