Description
Indulge in our Pumpkin Bread – Rich and Buttery recipe, a delightful treat that embodies the essence of autumn all year round. This moist pumpkin bread is bursting with warm flavors from cinnamon and nutmeg, making it perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive occasions. With a quick preparation time of just 10 minutes, you’ll have a deliciously rich loaf ready to serve in no time. Enjoy it plain or elevate your experience with cream cheese spread, maple syrup drizzle, or whipped cream. This versatile recipe yields eight generous slices, perfect for sharing with friends and family. Treat yourself to a slice alongside a cup of coffee or tea for an irresistible snack everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup warm milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour your loaf or round cake pan.
- In one bowl, mix flour, spices, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate pumpkin puree and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients followed by warm milk until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake: Loaf pan: 50-55 minutes; Round cake pan: 45-50 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool for 15 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating nuts or chocolate chips into the batter. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing results. Store leftovers covered in an airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator.